Senior Research Associate: Cell Biology

Senior Research Associate - Contract - Redwood City, CA

Advance breakthrough cell biology research that drives progress in rare disease therapeutics.

Proclinical is seeking a Senior Research Associate specializing in Cell Biology to join a dynamic team in the US.

Primary Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will play a key part in advancing research efforts in the field of rare diseases and biotechnology. You will focus on developing, optimizing, and executing cell-based assays while collaborating with internal teams to maintain high standards of laboratory excellence.

Skills & Requirements:

• Academic background in life sciences, with hands-on research experience (e.g., Bachelor's or Master's degree with relevant expertise).
• Proficiency in at least one of the following areas: Cell Biology, Neuroscience, or Aging.
• Experience with immunofluorescence staining, microscopy, and image analysis tools such as Fiji and Arivis.
• Practical knowledge of working with mammalian cell lines and/or primary cells.
• Expertise in laboratory techniques, including DNA/RNA/protein extraction, qPCR, and ELISA.
• Familiarity with high-throughput imaging systems (e.g., Zeiss Celldiscoverer 7).
• Hands-on experience with multi-color FACS analysis, sorting, and/or imaging-based high-throughput screening assays.

The Senior Research Associate's responsibilities will be:

• Plan and execute cell-based assays, including data collection, analysis, and presentation of results to internal teams.
• Develop, test, and optimize assays to support daily research activities, ensuring the creation of clear and detailed standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Collaborate with internal groups to foster a cohesive research environment and maintain an organized lab space.

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Shannon Briggs at s.briggs@proclinical.com.

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