Research Associate/Senior Research Associate, Biology

Samumed is a pharmaceutical platform company based in San Diego, California, focused on advancing regenerative medicine and oncology applications through high-impact research and innovation (www.samumed.com). Samumed has discovered new targets and biological processes, allowing the company to develop small molecule drugs that have the potential to address numerous degenerative conditions as well as many forms of cancer. Samumed is currently conducting clinical trials for multiple disease areas and is committed to developing a broad pipeline of first-in-class small molecule drugs for patient populations in degenerative diseases and Oncology.

Job Description and Responsibilities:

We are seeking an innovative and highly motivated Research Associate/Senior Research Associate to join our oncology team in the R&D division to contribute to preclinical research programs aimed at the development of treatments for cancer. This is a full-time position in the company’s San Diego headquarters. Specific responsibilities of the position include:

• Perform and coordinate in vitro and in vivo experiments to support the oncology program.
• Establish and conduct in vitro cell-based assays, including cytotoxicity, cell proliferation, high-content imaging, and luminescence-based assays for a wide range of small molecules.
• Perform cell and molecular biology techniques including, but not limited to, RNA extraction, qRT-PCR, FACS, SDS-PAGE, Western Blotting, ELISA, immunohistochemistry, and immunofluorescence.
• Prepare RNA-Seq libraries for NGS assays.
• Maintain various mammalian cell lines and primary cells for high-throughput assays.
• Ability to independently troubleshoot, solve difficult problems, and propose solutions related to assay design and execution.
• Analyze and document experimental data in electronic notebooks in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with company policies.

Requirements:

• BS or MS in biology, cell biology, or related discipline, with 2+ years of additional laboratory experience in molecular biology, experience working in industry is a plus.
• Strong expertise in mammalian cell culture (adherent & suspension cultures) and cell-based assays (e.g. proliferation, viability, luminescence assays).
• Experience with molecular biology techniques, such as qRT-PCR, RNA-seq, Western blotting, ELISA.
• Experience with cell- and protein-based assays, such as flow cytometry, plate-reader based activity assays.
• Capable of both independent- and team-oriented work, collaborating across disciplines, and training junior research associates.
• Adaptive and a quick learner, capable of managing multiple projects concurrently in a fast-paced work environment.
• Highly motivated, punctual and reliable with a positive attitude and strong work ethic;
• Execution focused, team-oriented with an ability to thrive in a multi-disciplinary, fast-paced work environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Level will be commensurate with experience.

Samumed provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, marital status, political affiliation, or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Company's website:

• www.samumed.com

Work Remotely:

• No