Associate Scientist I, Molecular and Cell Biology
SAN DIEGO, CAPosted 30+ days ago
Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Avidity Biosciences, Inc.
Job overview
The Associate Scientist I, Molecular and Cell Biology at Avidity Biosciences supports the development and optimization of cell-based assays critical for advancing RNA therapeutic drug products from clinical to commercial stages.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves developing and validating analytical assays, performing mammalian cell culture and transfection, running ELISA workflows, maintaining electronic lab notebooks, and collaborating across departments to support clinical and preclinical programs.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $99,750 to $110,000 with additional benefits including annual and spot bonuses, stock options, RSUs, 401(k) with employer match, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, LTD coverage, and four weeks of time off.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a BA/BS with 8 years or BA/MS with 6 years of relevant biotech or academic lab experience, proficiency in assay development, mammalian cell culture, ELISA, flow cytometry, and good communication skills; R or Python data skills are preferred but not required.
Career development
Avidity offers learning and development programs, job-specific training, and education reimbursement to support professional growth.
Work environment and culture
The company culture is integrated, collaborative, agile, and patient-focused, emphasizing communication and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
Company information
Avidity Biosciences is a San Diego-based biotech company pioneering RNA therapeutics using Antibody Oligonucleotide Conjugates targeting rare muscle diseases and expanding into cardiology and immunology.
Team overview
The candidate will join the Analytics group within Technical Development, working cross-functionally with Chemistry, Biology, and Bioanalytical Sciences teams in a matrix environment.
Job location and travel
The position is located in La Jolla, California, at Avidity Biosciences' facilities.
Unique job features
This role offers the unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge RNA therapeutic delivery technologies and contribute to late-stage clinical and preclinical drug development.
Company overview
Avidity Biosciences is a biopharmaceutical company specializing in the development of antibody-oligonucleotide conjugates (AOCs) aimed at treating serious diseases. They generate revenue primarily through strategic partnerships, licensing agreements, and the development of proprietary therapies. Founded in 2012, Avidity has made significant strides in advancing its AOC platform, which combines the precision of monoclonal antibodies with the therapeutic potential of oligonucleotides, positioning itself as a leader in the field of targeted genetic medicine.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture, cell line development, and in vitro transfection techniques, as these are central to the Associate Scientist I role at Avidity Biosciences, Inc.
Emphasize your proficiency in developing and optimizing cell-based assays, ELISA workflows, and your familiarity with assay automation and flow cytometry, aligning with the job's focus on analytical assay execution and validation.
Apply through multiple channels including Avidity Biosciences’ official corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and reach within their recruitment teams.
Connect with current employees in the Technical Development or Analytics groups on LinkedIn, using ice breakers such as complimenting recent company advances in RNA therapeutics or asking about their experience working on AOC platform development to initiate meaningful conversations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description like 'mammalian cell culture,' 'analytical assay development,' 'ELISA,' 'flow cytometry,' and 'molecular biology software' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings effectively.
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