Research Associate II/III - R&D
About The Position
Eitr Biologics, Inc., (Eitr) is a San Diego, CA based biotechnology company focused on the pursuit of novel next generation immunotherapeutics for the treatment of infectious diseases that are a current or emerging threat to public health. Our scientific approach emphasizes the development of technologies that will increase global accessibility to lifesaving immunotherapeutics. Eitr has fostered a robust and highly collaborative worldwide network of academic and government laboratories that share in our scientific goal to address unmet public health needs. Eitr scientists can expect to work in a collaborative atmosphere to advance promising early-stage exploratory technologies to clinical stages of drug development. Eitr currently has an opening for a Research Associate II or Research Associate III – R&D position, requiring the qualifications and responsibilities listed below. Title is commensurate with experience.
Requirements
- B.S. in a biology related discipline with 2+ years of experience in an academic or industry setting
- Experience with molecular cloning, DNA primer design, and PCR methodologies
- Experience with DNA/RNA purification (e.g., Miniprep or Maxiprep) and gel electrophoresis
- Experience working with phage and/or performing phage display experiments (library construction, panning, and sequencing)
- Hands-on experience developing and optimizing ELISA assays
- Experience preparing buffers and reagents
- Ability to work independently, interpret data, and follow written procedures/protocols precisely
- Good communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
- Highly organized and committed to integrity, professionalism, and collegiality
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience with protein/antibody characterization (SDS-PAGE, bio-layer interferometry (BLI), and surface plasmon resonance (SPR))
- Familiarity with AKTA FPLC instruments and Unicorn software suite for protein purification
- Experience working with toxins and/or infectious pathogens
- Familiarity with aseptic technique and mammalian cell culture
- Familiarity with Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) sample preparation and downstream data analysis
Responsibilities
- Perform molecular biology experiments including cloning, PCR, and nucleic acid purification
- Isolate plasmid DNA (Miniprep to Maxiprep scale) and verify the sequences
- Generate phage display libraries and perform panning experiments with multiple targets
- Express and purify recombinant proteins from eukaryotic and/or prokaryotic hosts
- Characterize purified proteins using a variety of biochemical techniques (UV/Vis, SDS-PAGE, ELISA, surface plasmon resonance (SPR), etc.)
- Prepare buffers, reagents, and other materials necessary for experiments
- Accurately record experimental data in a timely manner
- Properly label and store all samples, buffers or reagents
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- generous PTO policy including vacation, sick, and holiday time
- 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage
- up to 6% 401(k) contributions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
