Research Associate, Discovery Biology

Superluminal Medicines•Boston, MA

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate with cell biology, assay development and screening experience to join our growing Biology team. The successful candidate is curious, self-driven and looking to expand their existing proficiencies in cell biology, assay development and screening to contribute to drug discovery programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in biology, Cell Biology, or a related life sciences discipline.
Minimum of 1 year of biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry experience
Experience working with 384-well plate-based assay formats.
Experience performing routine mammalian cell culture techniques.
Experience with plate-based in vitro assays, including one or more of the following technologies: HTRF, luminescence, BRET, or Alpha assays.
Experience executing cell-based assays, including assay optimization and routine screening campaigns.
Basic understanding of early-stage drug discovery processes.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with laboratory automation and/or semi-automated assay workflows
Experience in small molecule drug discovery

Responsibilities

Perform routine mammalian cell culture and maintain mammalian cell lines.
Execute routine cell-based assays to support early-stage drug discovery programs.
Under the guidance of the manager, assist with the development and optimization of new cell-based assays for screening.
Generate, analyze, document, and upload experimental data to company databases in a timely and accurate manner.
Ensure compliance with established laboratory practices, SOPs, and company policies, including both wet lab and electronic data management requirements.