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Research Scientist at well-funded biotech platform startup

Exciting opportunity for a Research Scientist to join a well-funded biotech platform startup in San Francisco! If you have a background in assay development and high-throughput wet lab experimentation, this role offers the chance to bridge computational design and physical science while building next-generation biological systems.

About this role

Role overview

Join an innovative San Francisco team as a Research Scientist, where you will lead the development of sophisticated biochemical assays and laboratory workflows. This role is central to advancing a next-generation biological platform, requiring a blend of precision experimentation and collaborative problem-solving to push the boundaries of molecular engineering and protein characterization.

About the company

About the company

Well-funded biotech platform startup

What you'll do

What you will do

  • Develop and optimize high-throughput assays to evaluate and refine biological system performance and molecular function.
  • Perform complex molecular biology procedures and manage experimental data pipelines to ensure high-quality scientific output.
  • Partner with cross-functional engineering teams to translate computational insights into successful, scalable laboratory experiments.

Who you are

Who this is a fit for

  • Extensive experience in a wet lab environment focused on biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related discipline.
  • Demonstrated expertise in assay design, systematic troubleshooting, and experimental validation for protein or enzyme characterization.
  • Proficiency in managing high-throughput workflows and the ability to analyze and interpret large experimental datasets.

Why this role

Why this role is remarkable

  • Work at the cutting edge of synthetic biology and molecular engineering in a high-impact, mission-driven environment.
  • Backed by top-tier venture capital firms, ensuring the resources and stability needed to execute ambitious scientific goals.
  • Opportunity to lead critical wet lab initiatives and directly influence the technological direction of the company's platform.

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