Research Associate

BillionToOne•Menlo Park, CA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an interdisciplinary Research Associate to perform experiments and assays under the guidance of Senior Scientists. The Research Associate is an on-site position in our Menlo Park, CA office.

Requirements

BS or MS in Molecular and Cell Biology, Microbiology, Biophysics, Biochemistry, or related field
1-2 years of research experience (either during BS/MS or afterwards)
Previous experience with standard molecular biology techniques (in particular, extensive experience with PCR, electrophoresis, DNA purifications)
An ability to quickly learn mathematical, analytical, and experimental concepts
High mathematical and statistical aptitude (e.g., you find GRE math section to be extremely easy)
Great attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Start-up experience
Knowledge of medical genetics
Experience in a cell-free DNA setting
Experience with next-generation sequencing library preparation
Experience with computational analysis in R, Python, or other programming language

Responsibilities

Perform experiments and assays under the guidance of Senior Scientists
Learn analytical and computational methodologies and analyze the results under the guidance of Senior Scientists
Assist Senior Scientists in assay development
Keep accurate and meticulous records of experimental details and results
Prepare biological samples and reagents to accelerate the R&D process
Manage, organize, and support lab operations

Benefits

Working alongside brilliant, kind, passionate and dedicated colleagues, in an empowering environment, toward a global vision, striving for a future in which transformative molecular diagnostics can help millions of patients
Open, transparent culture that includes weekly Town Hall meetings
The ability to indirectly or directly change the lives of hundreds of thousands patients
Multiple medical benefit options; employee premiums paid 100% of select plans, dependents covered up to 80%
Extremely generous Family Bonding Leave for new parents (16 weeks, paid at 100%)
Supplemental fertility benefits coverage
Retirement savings program including a 4% Company match
Increase paid time off with increased tenure
Latest and greatest hardware (laptop, lab equipment, facilities)
Daily on-site lunches provided from top eateries
A variety of perks on campus (state of the art gym, restaurant)
Free on-site EV charging (compatible with all EVs, including Tesla)