Research Associate, in vitro Screening

Target Validation       ·        Seattle, WA       ·       Full time

Job Description. 

Cajal is seeking a Research Associate motivated by Cajal’s mission to develop new medicines for patients with neurodegenerative disorders. Our team members thrive on trouble-shooting random tasks that arise in startups, and can navigate the uncertainty of an ever-changing and fast-paced environment. As a Research Associate at Cajal, you will be part of and support the Target Validation group, an integral part of our platform to find new therapeutic targets in neurodegenerative disease progression.

Responsibilities

• Perform tissue culture of advanced cell lines such as iPSCs, iPSC-derived neurons, iPSC-derived microglia;
• Perform tissue culture of immortalized adherent cell lines such as HEK293;
• Perform lentivirus production and titering;
• Assist with the molecular biology and cellular phenotyping in high-throughput CRISPR screens;
• Limited weekend tissue culture work may be required, but with flexible mid-week schedule to compensate weekend hours;
• Work within the Target Validation group on the in vitro CRISPR screening team.

This job might be great for you if you:

• have experience in cell culture, transfection, transduction, or imaging of mammalian cell lines;
• have experience or are excited to learn iPSC culture and differentiation;
• have experience working with or are excited to learn lentivirus production techniques;
• immunocytochemistry staining, imaging, and quantification;
• are detail-oriented and thrive in a highly collaborative, team-oriented startup environment;
• love working in the lab, are organized, and take pride in your work;
• have a BA, BS, MS or equivalent degree in a biology-related field.

Company. 

We are a well-funded team of experienced scientists, combining state-of-the-art approaches in computational biology, functional genomics, high-throughput imaging, and translational models. Our mission is to identify novel drug targets based on a deeper understanding into the spatiotemporal progression of disease and translate those discoveries into therapeutics that change the course of neurodegeneration.

Cajal is a team of people first, motivated by our shared mission to advance the field of neurodegeneration. We are committed to ensuring that all of our team members feel supported, connected, and energized at work. Our team members eagerly navigate the uncertainty and fast-paced environment of an early-stage biotech company and thrive on getting things done. We value creativity and curiosity in our work, and we take pride in the generosity, sincerity, and kindness of our team members.

Benefits include:

• Competitive compensation based on experience level
• Health insurance: 100% coverage of premiums for employee, partner, & all dependents
• Dental insurance: 100% of premiums
• Vision insurance: 100% of premiums
• Life insurance: 100% of premiums for 2x salary coverage
• Access to Flexible Spending Account
• 401(K) Plan
• 4 weeks paid time off plus 10 company holidays
• 8 weeks parental leave for primary caregiver or 4 weeks for secondary caregiver in additional to WA Paid Family & Medical Leave (up to 12 additional weeks)
• Generous commuter benefits including free metro cards, on site locker rooms/showers/towel service, modern bike cage and free bike tunes

Located in the Eastlake neighborhood of Seattle, Cajal sits at the heart of a vibrant biotech community, directly between research giants such as the Allen Institute and the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. We are surrounded by fellow innovative biotech companies and startups and within a stone’s throw of the beautiful Lake Union and the University of Washington. Our newly renovated office and labs offer ample natural light and stunning views of the Space Needle downtown. Our kitchen is fully stocked with coffee, tea, and snacks. All desks are sit-stand for maximal comfort and our meeting rooms seamlessly support hybrid teams.

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, employment is conditioned upon full vaccination (per CDC guidelines) from the COVID-19 virus, including submission of documented proof thereof, as of the start date. Cajal will comply with applicable law regarding the reasonable accommodation of individuals who are not vaccinated because of a disability and/or sincerely held religious belief.

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