Research Associate
About The Position
Edgewise is focused on advancing novel, muscle-targeted therapeutics for serious cardiovascular and cardiometabolic conditions with significant unmet need. The company uses its expertise in muscle biology and small molecule drug development to build a cardiovascular pipeline, including programs for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, heart failure, and other serious cardiovascular diseases. This scientific position involves performing high-quality muscle experiments, producing consistent and reliable data, and reporting results in a timely and organized manner. The Research Associate works with a supervisor and project team members to investigate scientific questions, coordinate laboratory work with project objectives, interpret and report experimental results, and maintain scientific records.
Requirements
- B.S. in a scientifically related field.
- At least 2 years of research laboratory experience.
- Familiarity with safe and efficient laboratory practices.
- General proficiency with scientific computers and software applications.
- Basic command of scientific techniques and tools used in the respective area of science or research.
Responsibilities
- Perform experiments to investigate specific questions or problems in collaboration with a supervisor and/or project team members.
- Conduct detailed wet-laboratory experiments using appropriate techniques and adequate controls to substantiate and replicate results.
- Coordinate laboratory work with project team objectives.
- Interpret basic experimental results and draw conclusions for use by the project team.
- Report organized data, make comparisons, and identify trends.
- Suggest ways to improve laboratory efficiency.
- Operate laboratory technology related to the assigned project at a high level of competence.
- Participate in project team meetings.
- Maintain scientific records in electronic lab notebooks (ELNs) in the required clear form.
- Update job knowledge through educational opportunities, professional publications, professional networks, and professional organizations.
- Read, understand, and comply with workplace health and safety policies, safe work practices, and company policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Discretionary bonus plan
- Stock option grants
- Stock purchase plan
- 401(k) with match
- Paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
