Planet Pharma ยท 2 days ago
Research Associate, Mol Bio & Cell-based Assay, Analytical Development
South San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expPlanet Pharma is focused on developing genetic medicines for patients with rare, life-threatening diseases. The Research Associate will support the Analytical Development team by developing and executing analytical assays, performing routine testing, and maintaining accurate records of activities. This role requires collaboration in a laboratory environment and involves presenting experimental results and contributing to report writing.
BiotechnologyHealth CarePharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Develop, optimize and execute analytical assays for proteins, DNA, adeno associated viral (AAV) nanoparticles and related cell-based assay
Perform routine testing using established SOPs and applicable regulatory guidelines, including but not limited to ddPCR/qPCR, ELISA, and mammalian cell-based assays
Support assay transfer to internal partners (QC, testing, and research teams), including documentation, troubleshooting, and method comparability
Analyze experimental data, assess data quality, and determine applicability to project goals; draw conclusions and make data-driven recommendations
Author, review, and revise experimental procedures, protocols, and technical reports
Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant records of all analytical development activities in laboratory notebooks and data systems
Contribute to a collaborative laboratory environment by sharing technical insights, supporting cross-functional projects, and continuously improving workflows
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline, with 1+ years of industry experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology settings
Demonstrated proficiency with mammalian cell-based assays and PCR-based assays (qPCR, ddPCR)
Hands-on experience performing quantitative assays (e.g. ELISA), for the characterization of proteins, nucleic acids, viruses or other biological products
Strong hands-on experience with sterile technique and mammalian cell culture, including cell maintenance, expansion, characterization, and banking
Working knowledge of core molecular biology techniques (DNA/RNA/protein isolation, cDNA synthesis, RT-PCR, qPCR, digital PCR)
Ability to independently plan, execute, and document experiments, while thriving in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment
Strong analytical thinking with attention to detail and a commitment to generating high-quality, reproducible data
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot assays and propose experimental improvements. Comfort with interpreting unexpected results and recommending next steps
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present technical data to both technical and non-technical audiences
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard data analysis and documentation tools
Preferred
Experience working with Adeno-Associated Virus (AAV)
Experience in analytical method development and assay transfer
Experience in basic statistical analysis
Company
Planet Pharma
Planet Pharma is a pharmaceuticals company.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Cynthia Lewis
Senior Executive Recruiter, Life Sciences - PPG Advisory Partners
Emma Morris
President, PPG Advisory Partners
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