Research Technician II

We're Hiring: Research Technician II!

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Research Technician II to join our dynamic team in San Francisco. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in a research setting, demonstrating strong laboratory skills and the ability to support various scientific projects effectively.

Location: San Francisco, United States
Role: Research Technician II

Your main responsibilities as a Research Technician II :

• We are seeking a motivated scientist interested in using structural biology to understand the molecular mechanisms of large macromolecular complexes involved in DNA repair processes.
• The role involves protein purification, reconstitution, and structure determination of DNA-protein complexes using cryoEM.
• Additionally, you will help to develop functional biochemical assays to assess and determine the mechanism of action of various multi-subunit protein complexes.
• You will be highly encouraged to think deeply about the biological problem, make significant intellectual contributions to the chosen research project, and work closely with other team members.
• It is an exceptional opportunity to pursue basic and drug-discovery questions in a well-resourced biotechnology environment.

What we are looking for in a Research Technician II:

• BS/MS degree with 3-5 years of experience or a PhD with 0-2 years of experience in Biochemistry, Chemical Biology, Structural Biology, or a related discipline.
• Hands-on experience designing and optimizing the purification of challenging protein targets (including protein complexes) for structural and/or functional studies.
• Development of functional biochemical and biophysical assays.
• Experience in cryoEM sample and grid preparation (beneficial qualification).
• Experience with mammalian cell culture functional assays (beneficial qualification).

Benefits:
As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical insurance – PPO, HMO &
• Dental & Vision insurance
• 401k plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long-term disability
• Weekly payroll
• Expense reimbursement
• Online timecard approval

Ready to make an impact? 🚀 Apply now and let’s advance science together!