Associate Scientist
Aequor JD ·www.aequor.com
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100% onsite in South San Francisco, CA.
1 year initial contract, possibility of extension
Flexible scheduling available (typical core hours around 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; earlier schedules such as 7:00 AM–4:00 PM or 6:00 AM–3:00 PM acceptable).
Team focus is cell surface biology research.
The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on tissue culture experience within a biotech, pharmaceutical, or advanced academic laboratory setting, with demonstrated exposure to molecular biology techniques and flow cytometry workflows. Candidates with experience supporting high-throughput tissue culture systems, 96-well assay formats, RNA-based workflows, organoids, or next-generation sequencing support activities will be highly competitive. The hiring team is seeking an adaptable, technically strong laboratory professional with broad assay exposure, excellent bench skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a highly collaborative, onsite research environment.
Responsibilities –
Prepare key tissues and samples for transcriptomic and proteomic assays
Culture in vitro models including cell lines and organoids for discovery efforts
Prepare and implement molecular and biological tools for experimental studies
Contribute to profiling experiments, including transcriptomics, proteomics, imaging, and cytometry-based assays
Make actionable decisions as a technical expert
Collaborate closely with other team members on experimental design and execution
Present research findings at internal team meetings
Education Preferences
Master s degree strongly preferred.
Bachelor s degree candidates may still be considered if they possess strong hands-on laboratory experience and relevant industry exposure.
1 year initial contract, possibility of extension
Flexible scheduling available (typical core hours around 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; earlier schedules such as 7:00 AM–4:00 PM or 6:00 AM–3:00 PM acceptable).
Team focus is cell surface biology research.
The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on tissue culture experience within a biotech, pharmaceutical, or advanced academic laboratory setting, with demonstrated exposure to molecular biology techniques and flow cytometry workflows. Candidates with experience supporting high-throughput tissue culture systems, 96-well assay formats, RNA-based workflows, organoids, or next-generation sequencing support activities will be highly competitive. The hiring team is seeking an adaptable, technically strong laboratory professional with broad assay exposure, excellent bench skills, and the ability to operate effectively in a highly collaborative, onsite research environment.
Responsibilities –
Prepare key tissues and samples for transcriptomic and proteomic assays
Culture in vitro models including cell lines and organoids for discovery efforts
Prepare and implement molecular and biological tools for experimental studies
Contribute to profiling experiments, including transcriptomics, proteomics, imaging, and cytometry-based assays
Make actionable decisions as a technical expert
Collaborate closely with other team members on experimental design and execution
Present research findings at internal team meetings
Education Preferences
Master s degree strongly preferred.
Bachelor s degree candidates may still be considered if they possess strong hands-on laboratory experience and relevant industry exposure.
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The Associate Scientist role with Aequor JD is based in South San Francisco, CA, US. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Associate Scientist role remote?
Yes — the Associate Scientist position at Aequor JD is hybrid. Candidates based in US are preferred.
Is the Associate Scientist role full-time or contract?
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