Autonomous Research Scientist

Req#: bbbcc3c3-c98a-45b1-84f8-5fed8784cab5Retro develops therapies for diseases driven by the biology of aging.We work on (1) partial reprogramming, (2) blood factors, and (3) autophagy to rejuvenate and restore function to cells, tissues, and organisms.We are looking for a Biologist to build our Autonomous Research team.As a founding member of the Autonomous Research team, you will wear many hats and be challenged with new problems necessitating original thought. You will be joining as part of the early team of a rapidly evolving startup that has a long-term vision and financial stability. Candidates can look forward to helping set up and scale a focused research program in collaboration with a world-class team of scientists and engineers with diverse technical backgrounds.Retro generates single-cell -omics & functional readouts within a matter of hours, not weeks. You will be responsible for generating biological information and transforming it into actionable insights using closed-loop robotic systems. Ideal candidates are comfortable across an entire biotechnical stack: single cell -omics, immunology, human iPS cells, and building custom hardware/software solutions.Our team embraces technical challenges head-on with the belief that our deep understanding of the task at hand and use of state-of-the-art tools allows us to fundamentally advance our field in ways not immediately apparent.Why Retro:10x faster iteration loops than big pharma & academic labsVertical integration of anything importantYou will work with everyone across the companyA lot will change during this early stage, providing opportunity for significant impact -- It is not for the faint of heart.Your primary responsibilities:Design and implement from scratch complex, automated experiments with scientific rationale and methodsDesign reprogramming time courses to analyze molecular patterns using sc-RNA, CITE, and ATAC-seqWork alongside engineers to develop automation for large-scale, parallelized dedifferentiation of human immune cellsDevelop high-throughput interfaces between biological and digital domains in direct collaboration with computational biology teamAchieve wetlab buy-in on ambitious projects in automated biological researchQuickly develop partial automation for several wetlab tasks simultaneouslyEvaluate new technologies, practices, and tools that increase scientific capacity and efficiencyIdeal qualifications:Demonstrated ability to work and think independentlyAdvanced Python programming skills, experience with Python testing and packaging infrastructureExperience working with single-cell RNA sequencing data or other forms of bioinformatics experience, going from raw reads to actionable dataExperience establishing and maintaining aseptic practices for molecular and cell process developmentYou may be a good match for this role if you are:A Hacker : you build quickly, information finds its ways to you.Enthusiastic about rapidly and creatively experimenting, learning, and improvingExcellent at explaining technical concepts clearly and have an open communication styleDeeply care about aging and extending healthy human lifespanWe are looking to expand our exceptional team at our Redwood City location. The annual salary range for this role is $125,000 - $175,000. Total compensation also includes generous equity and benefits. Benefits and perks:- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family- 401(k) plan with 4% matching- Unlimited time off and 10 company holidays per year- Paid parental leave- Annual learning & development stipend- Free lunch and snacksAbout the companyAspiring to add 10 years to healthy human lifespan, starting with cellular reprogramming, autophagy, & plasma-inspired therapeutics.NoticeTalentify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Talentify provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities, including disabled veterans. Request assistance at or 407-000-0000.Federal law requires every new hire to complete Form I-9 and present proof of identity and U.S. work eligibility.An Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) will score your job-related skills and responses. Bias-audit & data-use details: . NYC applicants may request an alternative process or accommodation at or 407-000-0000. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17