Senior Research Associate / Associate Scientist

Job overview

The Senior Research Associate / Associate Scientist role is onsite in Morgan Hill, CA. Compensation is not specified. The role supports Aragen Bioscience’s preclinical research team and client projects in drug discovery and development. The scientist performs molecular and cell biology assays and generates reliable experimental data for project teams and clients. Maintaining detailed records, interpreting results, and optimizing assays contribute to research programs supporting therapeutic development.

What you'll do

• Maintain, expand, and cryopreserve mammalian cell lines and perform transfection or transduction
• conduct protein detection assays including Western blot, ELISA, MSD, and Luminex
• extract and analyze DNA and RNA using qPCR and RT-qPCR
• execute cell-based functional assays
• maintain experimental records
• analyze data, prepare reports, and communicate results
• troubleshoot and optimize assays
• follow SOPs and safety regulations
• support laboratory operations, supplies, equipment, and inventory.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior research associate

associate scientist

molecular biology

cell biology

cell culture

qpcr

elisa

western blot

morgan hill ca

aragen bioscience

drug discovery

preclinical research

bsl-2 laboratory

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Preclinical research in a BSL-2 laboratory; work hours may require some flexibility to meet project deadlines; local candidates considered.

About the employer

Aragen Bioscience Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.