Research Associate I, Digital Biotechnologies at Adaptive Biotechnologies

At Adaptive were Powering the Age of Immune Medicine. Our goal is to harness the power of the adaptive immune system to transform the way diseases are diagnosed and treated.As an Adapter youll have the opportunity to make a difference in peoples lives. With Adaptive youll create a career highlight through collaboration with bright curious colleagues working at the apex of innovation and application.Its time for your next chapter. Discover your story with Adaptive.Position OverviewAdaptive is seeking an exceptional Research Associate I to join a new subsidiary spinout Digital Biotechnologies Inc. The Scientist will play a critical role in helping to develop a Next Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) instrument specifically designed for clinical medicine. Present methods for high-throughput sequencing are not suitable for many clinical applications as all current NGS platforms lack the combination of high accuracy rapid turnaround time and low cost that would lead to robust clinical collaboration with academic and industry scientists across the country Digital Biotechnologies is engineering the first solid-state sequencer with the specifications necessary for a widely applicable clinical sequencing this role the Research Associate I performs assigned experiments or other related work under close supervision which leverage Digitals novel intellectual property to realize the companys strategic objectives in fundamental science health care and business development.Key Responsibilities and Essential FunctionsSynthesis and characterization of inorganic and organic nanomaterials.Routine microscopy (e.g. atomic force microscopy (AFM) transmission electron microscopy (TEM) optical microscopy) and image analysis.Prepare samples following a provided experimental plan.Conduct experiments or other related work based on provided protocols.With guidance collates and interprets data and synthesizes results into a conclusion.Ability to execute experiments efficiently in a wet lab and suggest process improvements.Recognize patterns or inconsistencies when assessing results and share with supervisor.Position Requirements (Education Experience Other)Required Bachelors degree in chemistry materials science nanotechnology engineering (biomedical chemical material) physics or other related field.Applicants should have 1 years experience working in a laboratory.Ability to work closely and collaboratively with a team of other researchers.PreferredExperience in nanoparticle nanomaterials and/or chemical synthesis.Experience in electron and/or scanning probe microscopy.Experience working with DNA and related molecular biology techniques (e.g. purification quantification NGS).Working ConditionsJob requires working in a lab and may require handling hazardous chemicals biological material including blood bone marrow and tissue. Work occasionally requires flexible and/or extended hours.Physical RequirementsStaff may have to periodically spend extended periods of time standing/sitting within the lab while executing repetitive work which also includes:Lift <20 pounds regularlyLift >20 pounds occasionallyLift/move large freezers and fridges with the assistance of dollies and cartsOccasionally spend <5 minutes in walk-in -20C freezer wearing insulated coatConstant work in labs following all guidelines and protective measures.CompensationHourly Rate: $26.88 - $40.33Possible other compensation elements to include:equity grantALERT: Malicious groups posing as Adaptive employees have recently used fraudulent email aliases to extend employment offers provide fake documents and request sensitive personal and financial information. Legitimate Adaptive employment opportunities are initiated through our careers page and extended after multiple interviews with verified employees. 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Base salary is thoughtfully considered upon offer and is determined through multiple evaluation checks throughout the interview process including: a candidates ability to meet minimum qualifications (skills/experience/education) a candidates ability to thoughtfully address preferred qualifications current market conditions and internal pay equity. Listed base salary is exclusive of bonus commission equity differential pay benefits and other incentives.Adaptives benefits at-a-glance.Adaptive Biotechnologies is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. Please refer theKnow Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal Posterfor more information. 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Adaptive Biotechnologies is not responsible for any fees related to resumes that are unsolicited or are received by any employee of Adaptive Biotechnologies who is not a member of the Human Resources team.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Laboratory Experience,ELISA,Immunoassays,Mammalian Cell Culture,Biochemistry,Cell Biology,Research Experience,Cell Culture,Molecular Biology,Microscopy,Research Laboratory Experience,Western Blot Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 26 - 40