Research Associate, Molecular Biology

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and troubleshoot molecular cloning of inserts with varying lengths and compositions to ensure accurate plasmid sequences
• Optimize and troubleshoot enzymatic reactions to enhance nucleic acid production and purity
• Follow and refine protocols to produce high-quality DNA and RNA with diverse expression cassettes
• Maintain organized storage of produced materials and keep detailed electronic records of material characteristics and storage locations

Requirements

• 2+ years of industry experience in immunology or biochemistry, OR a Master's degree with 1+ years of industry experience
• Hands-on experience in molecular cloning using methods such as Gibson or Golden Gate
• Experience in nucleic acid and protein production, purification, and assay development
• Solid understanding of enzymatic reactions involved in nucleic acid synthesis and subsequent modifications
• Strong ability to independently design and perform experiments, interpret data, and communicate results

About the Company

Serif Biomedicines, Inc. is a privately held, early-stage biotechnology company developing a novel approach to gene therapy that can address currently untreatable diseases. Founded by Flagship Pioneering, Serif is part of an ecosystem of groundbreaking companies dedicated to solving major needs in human health through proprietary biological and engineering approaches.