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Research Associate, Formulation Development (Contract)

4D Molecular Therapeutics
Location
Emeryville, California
Posted
11 days ago
Department
511000 - MFG & PD
Salary
$39.00 - $45.00
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelors of Science Degree
  • 0+ years of experience within the Biotech or similar industry
  • Strong foundational laboratory skills including accurate pipetting, solution preparation, weighing, basic laboratory calculations, and data organization using Excel
  • Hands-on laboratory experience gained through academic research, internships, or industry
  • General competency in Microsoft based applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Nice to have
  • Experience with preformulation, formulation development, stability studies, drug-product process development, or downstream process development
  • Experience with biologics, including proteins, antibodies, or AAV/gene therapy
  • Prior experience with statistical tools (e.g., JMP) or Prefilled Syringe development
What the job really is

The Research Associate, Formulation Development (Contract) role at 4DMT involves supporting pre-formulation and formulation development activities for biologic products. Daily tasks include executing high-throughput formulation screening, conducting stability studies, performing formulation analytics, and collaborating with various departments. This position requires onsite lab work in Emeryville, California, and emphasizes a strong foundational knowledge of laboratory skills and a willingness to learn.

Things to weigh
  • Contract role requires onsite work five days a week
  • No travel required currently, but future travel opportunities may arise
  • Hourly compensation range provided, but actual salary depends on various factors
Job score3.6/5
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Freshness5/5
Career value3/5
Role clarity4/5
Pay transparency5/5

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