Research Scientist

Overview$200,000-220,000 base salary (5 days/Onsite)About The RoleWe are seeking a highly effective, motivated scientist to join our team. You will experience all facets of building a startup at a cutting edge biotech company in San Carlos. You will work with an experienced team of founders, scientists and RAs designing, executing, and interpreting experiments. You are a good fit for this role if you resonate with our values, namely if you work hard, are ambitious, creative, and honest, write python scripts to solve your problems, and will do whatever it takes to win.Application RequirementsYour cover letter should be one page and give clear examples of the following:An instance in which you designed an experiment including tradeoffs considered and iterative improvementsAn instance in which you demonstrated high executive planning abilityHighlight two (or more) orthogonal skills in which you/'ve demonstrated excellenceThis job is not 9-5This is an opportunity to work very hard, learn a lot, and develop skills that will serve you well throughout your careerThis is not an opportunity to focus on work life balanceKey ResponsibilitiesDesign studies, experiments, and assays pertaining to therapeutic biologics and QC of therapeutic productsReview literature (research papers, textbooks, financial reports, regulatory documents)Evaluate scientific results and present readouts and conclusionsAssign tasks to RAsDesign templates and record experimental results in BenchlingWhatever else is needed for the company to succeedWho You ArePhD in natural science such as biology, biochemistry, biophysics, bioengineering, etc.Extremely strong work ethicPython scripting abilityHighly motivated and ambitiousProficiency with Google Sheets and Google SlidesLive within a 30 minute commute of San CarlosNice to HavesExperience working with C2C12 cells or human primary myoblastsExperience using a confocal microscopeExperience in high throughput biologic expression and characterizationExperience using an Agilent Seahorse or other respirometerDetailsThis is an in-person role in San Carlos, CAThe compensation range for this role is $200,000-220,000 along with equity options in the company and benefitsLife at BioworksComprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you at your bestFinancial Security – 401(k) with company matching and fully covered life insuranceTime to Recharge – Unlimited PTO, generous company holidays, and flexibility to take the time you needConnection & Community – Team lunches, office hangouts, and offsite meetups to build meaningful relationshipsHigh-Impact Work – Shape the future of healthcare at a pivotal moment in our growthCompetitive Compensation – Top-tier salary and a generous equity packageFast-Paced & Exciting – Join a hypergrowth team that moves fast and builds with purposeWorld-Class Team – Work alongside top researchers, scientists, and engineers in a high-performance environmentPrime LocationPrime Location – Enjoy a sunny workspace in San CarlosEqual Opportunity EmployerWe are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace who prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We celebrate and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.We welcome all with a drive to work, and a curiosity to learn. We are here to build and be a part of science encompassing the full power and possibility for breakthrough innovation!To view our current job openings and apply, please visit our job portal. If you think you have what it takes but don/'t see a job fitting your skillset email us at . #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17