Senior Research Associate - Cell Culture

Job Description We are seeking a Research Associate or Senior Research Associate to support routine and advanced mammalian cell culture and molecular biology work within a fast-growing, crossu2011disciplinary gene therapy team. This role is hands-on and labu2011focused, with opportunities to learn and contribute to cell engineering and viral vector workflows while supporting dayu2011tou2011day laboratory operations. Our team consists of creative bioengineers and synthetic biologists working closely with data scientists to develop cuttingu2011edge solutions in gene therapy. Key Responsibilities Cell Culture and Bench Work Perform routine mammalian cell culture and aseptic bench work Maintain multiple mammalian cell lines, including freezing, thawing, and cell banking Support routine assays of consistent types while maintaining high data quality Characterize cell lines using molecular and analytical techniques Molecular and Analytical Techniques Perform ddPCR, qPCR, and flow cytometry experiments Support basic molecular biology workflows including PCR, plasmid preparation, and bacterial transformation Assist with material transformation and media preparation in collaboration with the molecular biology team Viral Vector and Cell Engineering Support Support lentiviral or AAVu2011based workflows where applicable Contribute to viral vector characterization and cell line development efforts as experience allows Documentation and Communication Document experimental work clearly and accurately using Benchling Prepare data summaries and presentations that clearly communicate results Maintain high attention to detail to ensure traceability, reproducibility, and compliance We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: Skills and Requirements Bacheloru2019s degree in synthetic biology, molecular biology, bioengineering, cell biology, or a related field Minimum of 2 years of handsu2011on industry experience Demonstrated experience with mammalian cell culture Experience with basic molecular biology techniques including PCR, plasmid work, and bacterial transformation Strong attention to detail with an emphasis on precision and analytical accuracy Masteru2019s degree in a relevant scientific discipline Prior experience with viral vectors such as lentivirus or AAV Experience with CRISPR, recombinase systems, or cell line development, cell line engineer Exposure to semiu2011automated laboratory workflows Precision analytical or highu2011throughput assay experience

Created: 2026-04-15