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About the Role
The Research Associate II will be a key member of the R&D team, driving novel custom multi-omics single-cell projects and generating critical data for Mission Bio's customers in cell and gene therapy, drug, and biomarker development.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, handle, and/or culture human cell lines and primary cells for testing on Mission Bio’s single-cell Tapestri platform.
- Execute experiments following complex plans and protocols on the Tapestri platform, including downstream NGS library preparation and sequencing.
- Operate a variety of lab instruments, including automated cell counter, microscope, Bioanalyzer, etc., to evaluate sample quality.
- Perform routine maintenance of laboratory equipment and upkeep of electronic databases.
- Plan and coordinate with team members to troubleshoot protocols and optimize workflows.
- Prepare written protocols for new processes and/or update existing protocols.
- Present experimental results and project updates in written and verbal formats to manager and other members of a multidisciplinary team.
- Maintain project deadlines while working on a variety of projects at one time.
- Perform occasional cross-functional collaborative experiments based on company priorities.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of hands-on lab experience. Industry experience is preferred.
- Demonstrated strong technical laboratory, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of data quality.
- Self-starter with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills with demonstrated success working effectively in cross-functional teams.
- Ability to uphold Mission Bio’s core values (impact, entrepreneurship, teamwork).
Skills
- Analytical techniques
- Molecular biology techniques
- Cellular biology techniques
- PCR
- Real-time PCR
- NGS library prep
- Fluorescence microscopy
- Cell culture techniques
- Single-cell experience
- NGS experience
Location
- South San Francisco
Work Type
- Onsite
Experience Level
- 2+ years of hands-on lab experience
Education Level
- Bachelor's (B.S./B.A.) or Master’s (MS) degree in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry or related field.
Salary/Compensations
- $80,000 - $100,000/annual
Benefits
- Annual Bonus Program
- Long-Term Incentive Program
- Comprehensive Benefits (U.S.): Medical, dental, and vision insurance, pre-tax commuter benefits, and a 401(k)
About the Company
- Based in South San Francisco, Mission Bio is the leader in single cell, multi-omics solutions for precision medicine.
- Our mission is to empower researchers and clinicians to eradicate cancer, and our Tapestri® Platform is at the center of that effort.
- As the industry’s first high throughput single cell, multi-omics solution, Tapestri is trusted by leading academic medical centers, cancer institutes, and biopharma companies to advance research and accelerate the development of curative therapies, including the future of cell and gene therapy.
- We are entering an exciting growth phase focused on innovation, deeper commercial partnerships, and broader clinical adoption.
- Our expanded tri-omics capabilities now combine targeted gene expression and genotyping in a single assay, opening up new opportunities across oncology and therapeutic development.
- We are a dynamic and diverse team that lives by the culture of One Cell. One Team.
- We’re driven by impact, empowered to think like owners, and united by the belief that we learn and achieve more together.
- At Mission Bio, our culture is built on what we believe and how we show up every day.
- These values guide how we work together, make decisions, and achieve meaningful results for our team, our customers, and the patients we serve.
- Impact: Work that supports our company vision, mission, and strategy. We move the company forward and create value for customers and patients.
- Entrepreneurship: An ownership mindset and a commitment to continuous learning. We take initiative, act with accountability, and stay open to new ideas and better ways of working.
- Teamwork: Collaboration that brings out our best work. Teamwork leads to the strongest outcomes through diverse perspectives, shared commitment, having each other's back, and speaking up when it matters.
Equal Opportunity
- Mission Bio is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.