RA/SRA, Rejuvenation Therapy
Redwood City, CA
Science /
Full-time /
On-site
Retro develops therapies for diseases driven by the biology of aging. We focus on cellular reprogramming and autophagy to rejuvenate cell and tissue function with the ultimate aim of adding 10 years to healthy human lifespan.
We’re building a mission-driven team of accomplished and kind individuals who embrace our startup culture of rapid iteration, transparency, and versatility.
We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate or Senior Research Associate in Gene Therapy to support the development of our rejuvenation therapies. The candidate should have a good understanding of molecular and cell biology and have hands-on experience in biology experiments. This position is ideal for an individual who is well-organized, proactive to learn and grow, and dedicated to improving human health.
In this role, you will:
- Engage directly in sculpting the future of our company by actively participating in the design and implementation of experiments
- Take a hands-on role in planning and executing molecular and cell biological assays, from data analysis to sharing results with both our internal team and external partners
- Foster collaboration with other internal groups, including Computational Biology, Automation, Animal Facilities, Flow Cytometry, and Operations, to drive innovation and progress
- Ensure the laboratory remains meticulously organized and operational, upholding our standards of excellence
You might thrive in this role if you:
- Are driven by a passion for research in cellular reprogramming and rejuvenation
- Have a B.S with 2+ years post-degree full time lab experience or M.S.
- Have industrial experience (preferred)
- Demonstrate proficiency in essential molecular and cellular biology techniques, e.g. real-time PCR, immunohistochemistry (IHC) and imaging, mammalian cell culture, lentiviral (LV), non-integrating lentiviral (NILV), and mRNA-based gene delivery methods, ELISA, and flow cytometry
- Have a working understanding of cellular reprogramming and next-generation sequencing (NGS)
- Have lab management experience
- Are eager to embrace new technologies, with the ability to critically assess scientific literature and effectively communicate important findings to the scientific team
- Exhibit outstanding teamwork and communication skills
- Are exceptionally well-organized with robust planning capabilities and meticulous attention to detail
We are looking to expand our exceptional team at our Redwood City location. The annual salary range for this role is $80,000-$120,000. Total compensation also includes generous equity, as well as these benefits and perks:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
- 401(k) plan with 4% matching
- Unlimited time off and 10 company holidays per year
- Paid parental leave
- Annual learning & development stipend
- Free lunch and snacks
The mission of Retro Biosciences is to extend healthy human lifespan by one decade. Retro develops therapies for diseases driven by the biology of aging. Our work includes cellular reprogramming and autophagy to rejuvenate cell and tissue function with the ultimate aim of adding years to the healthy human lifespan.
We are a well-funded, untraditional bio startup based in Redwood City pursuing multiple programs, including cellular reprogramming therapeutics. We do great science faster than academia and with more flexibility than big pharma. We're building a team of incredibly accomplished and kind individuals who embrace our culture of rapid iteration, transparency, and versatility.
