Description
Mirai Bio is seeking a Senior Research Associate, Histology contractor to join the Platform Group. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of laboratory research activities and significant hands-on experience with standard histology, cell culturing, and in vitro cell biology techniques.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform laboratory assays and tasks including processing tissues for histology, plate-based reporter assays, and additional in vitro assays
- Review data slides to streamline optimization and data analysis of immune histochemistry and immunofluorescence readouts
- Help manage external vendors and CRO in support of histology assays
- Develop new assays or optimize existing ones based on in-depth knowledge of laboratory techniques
- Analyze and accurately document assay results in an electronic lab notebook or other technical reporting formats
Professional Experience & Qualifications:
- BS or MS in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related scientific discipline
- BS + 5 years of relevant industry or research experience
- MS + 3 years of relevant industry or research experience
- Previous experience with histology evaluation and in vitro cell-based assays is required
- Strong cell culture experience, including experience executing protocols, troubleshooting assays is preferred
- Prior experience working with lipid nanoparticles is a plus
The salary range for this role is $38 - $51. Mirai Bio currently offers healthcare coverage, annual incentive program, retirement benefits, and a broad range of other benefits.