Research Associate

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate to join the ThinkCyte team in the San Francisco Bay area. ThinkCyte Inc. is a biotechnology startup that aims to provide scientists and biomedical professionals with a transformational single-cell technology that accelerates biological discoveries and enable the development of novel treatments and diagnostics. Our core technology, Ghost Cytometry (GC), combines flow cytometry, high-speed imaging, and machine learning to enable the characterization and isolation of cells based on cellular morphology. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing, dynamic, and collaborative R&D team that work on cutting-edge technology requiring interdisciplinary solutions. The primary function of this position will be a part of PoC experiments, assay development, and collaborative research with biopharma companies and academic institutes that take advantage of GC technology. 

Responsibilities

• This individual will conduct mammalian cell culture, clone cDNAs/genes, isolate leukocytes from blood, and execute techniques including immunostaining, microscopy, and flow cytometry.
• Uses professional concepts and critical thinking and problem-solving skills to achieve objectives in creative and effective ways
• Performs day-to-day experimental activities, maintains detailed, up-to-date laboratory notebook utilizes safe laboratory protocols
• Communicate plans, results and conclusions, and makes recommendations to internal stakeholders, including international/multi-disciplinary team members in a reproducible manner
• Assists the team with documenting and updating Standard Operating Procedures as needed
• Remains current on and adheres to experimental protocols and guidelines on data entry, conservation, and sharing
• Remains current on relevant scientific and industry techniques 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology or related field (required)
• Hands-on laboratory experience in the cell biology field, including mammalian cell culture, PBMCs, and/or primary cells (required)
• Lab working experience in Cell Biology, Immunology, or related field in the biopharmaceutical industry (preferred)
• Hands-on experience with flow cytometry and cell sorting, including operating software, data analysis (FlowJo), and instrument troubleshooting (preferred)
• Proven capability to carry out and follow through complex research programs (preferred)
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent record keeping and great attention to details
• Effective in oral and written communications
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

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