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About the Role

Pliant is seeking a contract Research Associate to join their Translational Sciences group. This role will focus on the discovery and advancement of tissue-specific drug payload delivery using integrin receptor-binding molecules. The primary responsibilities include sample processing, assay development, troubleshooting, and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Process cell and tissue-based samples through multiple molecular assays following appropriate laboratory/technical procedures with special attention to data quality and reproducibility
• Learn new laboratory techniques, troubleshoot experiments, and ensure experiments are well-designed and performed to a high standard
• Make detailed observations, analyze data promptly, and maintain accurate records
• Evaluate and clearly report experimental results to research team on a routine basis
• Contribute to development and adoption of new technologies
• Provide support for various research team projects and lab needs based using dynamic prioritization
• Actively participate in project meetings

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in Molecular Biology, Immunology, Cell Biology or related field
• Minimum of 3+ years full time laboratory experience in an industry or academic setting
• Experience with primary immune cell isolation from tissues and PBMCs
• Experience with immune cell profiling with flow cytometry and analysis
• Experience with transfection
• Experience with ELISA
• Experience with immunofluorescence-based staining
• Comfortable working with ex vivo tissues e.g. human, NHP, and rodent tissues
• Ability to evaluate and clearly communicate results both verbally and in written form
• Candidate should be flexible with rapid changes in schedule based on scope/prioritization of projects
• Candidate should exhibit strong, positive attitude for teamwork and learning
• Ability to thrive in a culture of respect, accountability, transparency, and collaboration

Skills

• Flow cytometry
• ELISA
• Immunofluorescence-based staining
• Operetta high content imaging
• Sony Sorter SH800S

Location

• Remote

Work Type

• Contract
• Full-time

Experience Level

• 3+ years

Education Level

• BA/BS

Salary/Compensations

• $44/hr – $50/hr

About the Company

• At Pliant, we believe differentiated science can make a meaningful impact.
• We see our success as a direct result of the central role that each team member plays in advancing our mission to develop therapies that target the disease at its source.
• We are seeking creative, curious and collaborative individuals who dare to succeed, are committed to making an important impact on patient’s lives and will help us build one Pliant!

Equal Opportunity

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