Research Associate I at Quantum-Si

Branford, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jan, 26

Salary

75000.0

Posted On

18 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Protein Engineering, Directed Evolution, High-Throughput Screening, Yeast-Display Techniques, Data Analysis, Collaboration, Problem-Solving, Communication, Presentation Skills, Recombinant Protein Expression, Binding Activity Assays, Fluorescence-Activated Cell Sorting, Technical Proficiency, Organizational Skills, Fast-Paced Environments, Complex Laboratory Procedures

Industry

Biotechnology Research

Description

As a Research Associate specializing in directed evolution, you will contribute to the advancement of Quantum-Si’s sequencing platform by supporting protein engineering efforts for new sequencing reagents. You will work within a discovery pipeline that leverages ultra-high throughput directed evolution methods (selections) and high-throughput screening. You’ll develop technical proficiency in cutting-edge yeast-display techniques for selecting and screening protein variants, applying this pipeline to diverse scientific challenges. Under the guidance of senior team members, you will analyze experimental data to identify promising leads for further characterization. Opportunities for growth in protein structure analysis and recombinant protein expression are also available. Collaboration within a dynamic, multidisciplinary scientific team is essential. As part of our team, your core responsibilities will be: Execute ultra-high throughput in vivo strategies for enzyme and protein selection, primarily using fluorescence-activated cell sorting. Perform assays to screen protein variants, focusing on binding activity. Analyze data from your experiments and learn their interpretation. Report findings to management and collaborate effectively within a cross-functional team. Qualifications Baseline skills/experiences/attributes: Bachelor’s degree in Protein Biochemistry, Biophysics, Biotechnology or a related field with 1 year of industry experience or Master degree in Protein Biochemistry, Biophysics, Biotechnology, or a related field with no industry experience Ability to thrive in fast-paced, technical environments. Quick learner, adept at mastering complex laboratory procedures and executing detailed instructions. Capable of managing and evaluating multiple scientific strategies concurrently. Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills. Commitment to high-quality results, problem-solving, and prioritizing execution. Ideally, you also have these skills/experiences/attributes (but it’s ok if you don’t!): Prior experience in recombinant protein expression or yeast biology is a plus. Proficiency in analyzing biological data is appreciated. The estimated base salary range for this role based in the United States of America is: $65,000 - $75,000. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, level of the position, an individual’s skills, knowledge and abilities, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additionally, all full-time employees are eligible for our discretionary bonus program and equity as part of the compensation package. Quantum-Si does not accept agency resumes. Quantum-Si is an E-Verify and equal opportunity employer regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or Veteran status. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Responsibilities

Execute ultra-high throughput in vivo strategies for enzyme and protein selection and perform assays to screen protein variants. Analyze experimental data and report findings while collaborating within a cross-functional team.