The Arc Institute is seeking a Research Associate I to provide essential laboratory support, gain training in lab operations, and assist with ongoing research activities to understand and treat complex human diseases.
Requirements
- Familiarity with standard molecular biology techniques (such as cloning, PCR, qPCR, gel electrophoresis, and DNA/RNA isolation) and mammalian cell culture; hands-on experience preferred but not required.
- Proficiency with basic computer skills, including data entry, spreadsheets, and document preparation.
Responsibilities
- Support lab stock management including reagent and supply inventory, ordering and receiving, and preparation of common solutions, with increasing independence as you develop familiarity with lab operations
- Help maintain lab organization and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and safety
- Perform mammalian and stem cell culture, including cell maintenance, passaging, transfection, virus preparation, differentiation protocols, and co-culture systems, beginning with close guidance and progressing to autonomous execution
- Contribute to molecular biology and genomics workflows, including plasmid construction, PCR, qPCR, gel electrophoresis, DNA/RNA isolation, and sequencing preparation
- Write and update standard operating procedures for lab protocols and processes as you gain expertise
Other
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or related field
- 1-2 years of laboratory experience (academic or industry setting)
- You are naturally proactive with a strong work ethic.
- You have a natural affinity for process improvement and optimization.
- You are collaborative and reliable.
