What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Associate II. - Analytics position at ArkeaBio?
Company: ArkeaBio Corp.
Role: Research Associate I/II/
Location: U.S. Based Role | Charlestown, MA
Travel: Less than 10%
Type: Full-Time
Overview
ArkeaBio is a pioneer in developing technology to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions
from the agricultural sector. Backed by Breakthrough Energy Ventures, ArkeaBio is using
innovative vaccine technologies to create solutions to reduce the on-farm methane emissions
responsible for 6% of global GHG emissions. ArkeaBio technology will be integrated into
proven delivery systems and farming practices to safely reduce global methane emissions
from multiple ruminant species across a variety of geographies and agronomic systems.
For more information visit us at: www.arkeabio.com.
Job Summary
This role is an integral part of the Analytical Team at ArkeaBio. This is a unique
opportunity to directly impact the technical progress of the company by generating essential
materials and data, while also helping improve our methods and assays.
Description
The Research Associate I/II/III is responsible for executing and improving experimental protocols, including analysis of field trial samples by methods such as ELISA. This position will also support the production, QC, and formulation of research vaccines using techniques such as bacterial protein expression & purification.
Key Responsibilities
The Research Associate requires a passionate, detail oriented individual who enjoys working collaboratively within the analytical team and across R&D teams in support of Arkea’s vaccine development pipeline. A successful Research Associate will perform the following:
- Handling of field trial samples including sera and saliva
- Execution and analysis of multiple assay types including ELISAs, dot blots.
- Assay development and optimization
- Cloning, expression, and purification of proteins
- Analysis and communication of results
Preferred Qualifications /Skills
- BS/MS in biological science
- Curiosity with a passion for learning
- Exhibit flexibility and willingness to work closely with members of the technical team
- Experience developing and running ELISA assays
- Experience with protein purifications
- Familiarity with FACS, western blot, walkup automation desirable
ArkeaBio is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its practices, especially when it comes to growing our team. Our culture promotes inclusion and embraces the personal and organizational benefits of working with people from all walks of life. It is the policy of ArkeaBio to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and employment applicants.
ArkeaBio offers health, vision, dental and life insurance, up to a 4% matching contribution to a 401(K) retirement account and unlimited paid time off. ArkeaBio has a 13,000 square foot lab in Charlestown, MA.
