Research Associate (Molecular Biology / Protein engineering)
Core
Run protein expression, DNA assembly, and characterization workflows to support AI-driven automated lab experimentation.
Role type
hands-on IC molecular biologist (protein engineering)
Builds
thousands of constructs per week across cell-free and cell-based expression systems, high-throughput DNA synthesis, and binding/stability characterization
Domain
biotech / protein engineering / automated wet lab
Deliverable
physical/clinical work (via careerplan.io/jobs/ba274bda-dce8-4151-8574-2b6d3b215b70-research-associate-molecular-biology-protein-engineering-at-adaptyv)
Required skills
protein expression (cell-free, E. coli, mammalian), DNA assembly (Golden Gate, Gibson, PCR), biophysical characterization (BLI, SPR, nanoDSF, HPLC-SEC), Python scripting for data parsing/automation, gel electrophoresis, DNA purification
Preferred skills
high-throughput DNA synthesis experience, familiarity with multiple characterization techniques (plate reader, CE-SDS)
Technologies
PURE, lysate-based systems, BLI, SPR, nanoDSF, HPLC-SEC, CE-SDS, LabOS
Responsibilities
Run protein expression workflows; execute DNA synthesis and assembly protocols; run binding and characterization assays; troubleshoot protein expression issues; prepare reagents and manage samples; analyze experimental data; adapt bench protocols for robotic workflows
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC