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Research Associate II (Temporary)

Cellanome
Location
San Diego, CA
Posted
24 days ago
Department
R&D
Salary
$75,000 - $85,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor's degree in cell biology, molecular biology, or a related field
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a laboratory environment
  • Hands-on experience with cell culture techniques and assays
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols precisely
  • Experience with lab automation and LIMS
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Nice to have
  • Hands-on experience with NGS library preparation and/or mammalian cell culture
  • Experience with laboratory automation and liquid-handling platforms
What the job really is

The Research Associate II will execute high-quality workflows on the Cellanome R3200 platform, processing living cells through multi-day assays and converting them into sequencing-ready libraries. This role involves following SOPs, documenting processes in real time, troubleshooting with internal teams, and onboarding new processes. The position requires weekend work as part of the regular schedule.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Generous stock options
  • Great individual and family health plans
  • 401(k)
  • Flexibility to balance work and life
Things to weigh
  • Weekend coverage is a regular part of the position
  • No specific mention of career advancement opportunities beyond the temporary nature of the role
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