Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Beacon Hill is seeking an ambitious, curious, and detail-oriented (Senior) Research Associate to join our client's growing team. Working closely with their other R&D scientists, you will help drive drug discovery and development efforts by designing and conducting experiments. This is an exciting opportunity to work with, and learn from, multidisciplinary teams in a small, fast-paced biotechnology company. The successful candidate can work effectively in a team-oriented environment and is accustomed to delivering robust data on a timeline.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute bacterial and mammalian cultivations to produce p*MHC components and antibodies.
• Apply bioprocessing techniques, including affinity and size-exclusion chromatography, to purify target components, evaluate yield and purity, and maintain proper storage and organization.
• Support the development and implementation of novel research tools and assays utilizing standard molecular biology and biochemical lab techniques.
• Assist experiments leveraging phage display technology to discover and develop therapeutic antibodies.
• Assist with operational tasks in and out of the lab.
• Communicate experimental plans and results to the leadership team.
• Meticulous electronic lab notebook documentation.
• On-site work only, no hybrid or remote option. These tasks and responsibilities are subject to change.

SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE

• B.Sc. in biochemistry, microbiology, biology, bioengineering, immunology, or related field.
• 1-2 years of industry experience in a biotech/pharma company or full-time academic lab experience.
• Expertise with E.coli culture and transformation, as well as protein expression and purification, is preferred.
• Knowledge and experience with standard molecular biology and biochemical lab techniques such as DNA and protein handling, including gel electrophoresis, western blotting, and ELISA.
• Proficiency with standard statistical analyses and data plotting (e.g., Microsoft Excel, GraphPad Prism).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively share scientific findings.
• Passion for working at the bench to advance programs and solve technical challenges.
• Self-motivation and adaptability to evolving project priorities and responsibilities.
• Team-oriented, with a strong work ethic.
  

Desired Skills and Experience

Cell culture, Bacterial, and Mammalian
Gel electrophoresis, western blotting, and ELISA
Affinity and size-exclusion chromatography

Beacon Hill is an equal opportunity employer and individuals with disabilities and/or protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

California residents: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

If you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser:

Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records.

Company Profile:

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

Learn more about Beacon Hill and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting

Benefits Information:

Beacon Hill offers a robust benefit package including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, and federal and state leave programs as required by applicable agency regulations to those that meet eligibility. Upon successfully being hired, details will be provided related to our benefit offerings.

We look forward to working with you!

Beacon Hill. Employing the Future™

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Flexible hours,

Similar Jobs