Senior/Research Associate

About the Company

NewLimit is a biotechnology company working to radically extend human healthspan. We’re developing medicines to treat age-related diseases by reprogramming the epigenome, a new therapeutic mechanism to restore regenerative potential in aged and diseased cells.

Responsibilities

• Isolate cells from primary tissues to optimize in vitro functional assays
• Develop pre‑clinical models of age-related dysfunction
• Collaborate with Single Cell Technology, Epigenetic Editing, and Predictive Modeling teams to design, build, and test epigenetic reprogramming interventions at scale
• Support the development of in vivo nucleic acid delivery methods for endothelial cells
• Analyze and interpret experimental data to drive pre-clinical decision making

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry or a related field
• 2-5 years of relevant industry or academic experience
• Proficiency in primary mammalian cell culture
• Proficiency in animal handling techniques for rodent models
• Proficiency in flow cytometry techniques
• Exceptional organizational skills and detailed record-keeping

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with isolation and functional characterization of primary cells
• Experience developing animal models of cell dysfunction and/or injury
• Experience with FACS and flow cytometry
• Experience using computational tools to automate routine data analysis (e.g. Python, R, etc.)

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Industry-leading paid time off (20 days/year + holidays)
• Meals and snacks on-site