Research Associate Job at Acrobat Genomics, San Francisco, CA

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  • Acrobat Genomics
  • San Francisco, CA

Job Description

Acrobat Genomics is an early-stage, VC-backed biotech startup with a mission to invent impactful technologies that will lead to curative therapeutics. We come from a leading CRISPR lab at the interface of single cell genomics and gene editing at Stanford University and are innovators in leveraging DNA technologies and machine learning for high-throughput biology. We are located within MBC BioLabs, a well-equipped modern lab space with a rich community of companies building game-changing technologies.

 

Position

 

We are seeking an exceptional research associate who thrives in a fast-paced and creative environment. You will be part of the founding team and play a critical role in building new gene editing technologies to make a clinical impact. The ideal candidate has a broad range of molecular biology and computational biology skills and is eager to push our technology to new heights.

 

Responsibilities

 

● Clone and deliver libraries to mammalian cells using transfection and transduction techniques

● Execute and optimize NGS library preparation workflows

● Define, document, and improve protocols

● Collect, organize, and analyze data to help make key decisions

● Assist in lab organization, including ordering supplies and restocking

● Project planning in order to map out sets of experiments that advance towards key milestones

 

Required Qualifications

 

● BS/MS or equivalent experience in biology, biological engineering or a related field

● 5+ years hands-on molecular biology wet lab experience, including PCR and cloning (design, bacterial transformation, culture, plating, and plasmid purification)

● Ability to document and maintain an organized account of lab work and results

● Collaborative, curious, flexible, and strong communication skills

● Desire to work in a fast-paced environment where quick adaptation is required

 

Why you might be a good fit

 

● Experience with processing NGS data using Basespace, bcl2fastq, or custom scripts

● Experience in advanced cloning techniques (Type IIS, Gateway, Gibson, etc.)

● Experience with next-generation DNA sequencing library preparation

● Experience with pooled assays like CRISPR screening and technology development

● Experience with iPSC cell culture and/or neuronal cell culture

● Experience with project management and coordinating experiments with CROs

To learn more, please send a resume to nick.hughes@acrobatgenomics.com. Bonus: tell us your favorite CRISPR/Cas system.

 

  • We value different experiences and different ways of thinking and strongly believe the most talented teams are built by bringing together people of diverse cultures, genders, and backgrounds.

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