Research Associate II, Translational Biology

RESEARCH ASSOCIATE II: TRANSLATIONAL BIOLOGY

Position Summary:

The Biology Department at Global Blood Therapeutics is looking for a qualified Research Associate with experience troubleshooting and protocol development experience. This position will be primarily responsible for supporting critical instruments, supporting internal animal studies across pipeline programs, and writing protocols around instrument care. The applicant will also provide logistics and troubleshooting support for animal and clinical studies conducted externally. An ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working both independently and within a team.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee routine and ad-hoc instrument maintenance
• Support translational data collection for internal and external animal studies - through CRO management or active data collection
• Develop and update protocols around assays or instrument care
• Provide logistics and troubleshooting support for studies conducted externally
• Independently execute and analyze experiments
• Evaluate and communicate technical information clearly
• Learn new laboratory techniques and troubleshoot technical issues and results
• Ensure experiments are well designed and performed to a high standard

Qualifications:

• BA/BS in biochemistry, molecular biology or equivalent discipline with 1-3 years of relevant experience
• Experience with troubleshooting instruments
• Knowledge in basic spectroscopy
• Experience coordinating with individuals at varying skill levels
• Experience with data analysis using Excel and Prism.
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work independently as well as contribute actively to an integrated team
• Organized, self-motivated, and able to multitask
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with high performing colleagues
• Proactive

Fit with GBT culture:

• Ability to build strong relationships with co-workers of various backgrounds and expertise
• Ability to function at a high level in a team setting whether leading the group or acting as an individual contributor
• Values-based leadership consistent with GBT's Core Values
• Excitement about the vision and mission of GBT
• Flexibility
• Integrity

NOTE: This position summary is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Global Blood Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.