Senior Research Associate – Therapeutic Discovery

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Research Associate to join our innovative research team focused on RNA editing therapeutic discovery. As a Senior Research Associate, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our cutting-edge research in molecular biology and high-throughput screening to identify potential RNA editing therapies. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research and make a significant impact in the field of RNA therapeutics.

Responsibilities:

1. RNA Editing Therapeutic Discovery: Collaborate with the research team to design and execute experiments aimed at identifying and characterizing RNA editing targets for potential therapeutic interventions.
2. Molecular Biology: Conduct molecular biology techniques such as RNA isolation, PCR, qRT-PCR, and cloning to study RNA editing events and their functional consequences.
3. High-Throughput Screening: Develop and implement high-throughput screening assays to identify compounds or molecules that modulate RNA editing processes.
4. Cell Culture and Transfection: Cultivate and maintain cell lines, perform transfections, and establish stable cell lines for RNA editing studies.
5. Data Analysis: Analyze experimental data using appropriate statistical methods and bioinformatics tools. Present findings to the research team and contribute to data-driven decision-making.
6. Literature Review: Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in RNA editing and related therapeutic approaches to inform research strategies.
7. Assay Development: Optimize and validate various assays for assessing RNA editing efficiency and therapeutic potential.
8. Documentation: Maintain detailed laboratory notebooks, write technical reports, and contribute to the preparation of scientific publications and patents.
9. Collaboration: Work closely with other team members to support various research projects and participate in scientific discussions and brainstorming sessions.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of a Master’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field. A Ph.D. is preferred but not required.
• Extensive hands-on experience in RNA editing research, molecular biology techniques, and high-throughput screening.
• Proficiency in various molecular biology techniques, including RNA manipulation and analysis, PCR, qRT-PCR, and gene cloning.
• Experience in developing and conducting high-throughput screening assays, preferably using automated platforms.
• Knowledge of RNA biology and experience with RNA editing technologies is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with bioinformatics tools and data analysis methods for high-throughput screening data.

If you are a dedicated researcher with a passion for RNA editing and its therapeutic potential, we encourage you to apply for the Senior Research Associate position.

Join our dynamic team of researchers and contribute to groundbreaking discoveries in RNA editing therapeutics. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially having you on board to drive scientific innovation in our organization.

EEO – We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.