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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

●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

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.

Seniority level

Seniority level
Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

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