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Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Network

Research Associate, BHN

Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Network, New York, New York, us, 10261

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The Team The Chan Zuckerberg Biohub Network (https://www.czbiohub.org/) is a group of nonprofit research institutes that bring together scientists, engineers, and physicians with the goal of pursuing grand scientific challenges on 10- to 15-year time horizons. The CZ Biohub Network focuses on understanding underlying mechanisms of disease and developing new technologies that will lead to actionable diagnostics and effective therapies.

Our Vision

We pursue large scientific challenges that cannot be pursued in conventional environments

We enable individual investigators to pursue their riskiest and most innovative ideas

The technologies developed at the CZ Biohub Network facilitate research by scientists and clinicians at our home institutions and beyond

Diversity of thought, ideas, and perspectives are at the heart of CZ Biohub Network and enable disruptive innovation and scholarly excellence. We are committed to cultivating an organization where all colleagues feel inspired and know their work makes an important contribution.

The Opportunity The Research Associate will contribute to the development of new single cell multi-omics technologies for high throughput screening and will have demonstrated experience in designing, performing, and troubleshooting experiments.

What You’ll Do

Design and perform molecular biology assays including primer design, DNA/RNA purification, gel electrophoresis, PCR, etc.

Execute benchmarking and optimizing single cell/nuclei extraction, barcoding, and library preparation methods

Perform next generation sequencing

Assist in identifying and recommending improvements to experimental processes and best practices

Support development of single cell multi-omics profiling technologies for high throughput screening

Collaborate with other scientists to achieve optimal experimental design and problem-solving

Contribute to the preparation of manuscripts and presentations

What You’ll Bring Essential

Bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, biotechnology, or related field plus 2 years of research experiences, or master’s degree with no research experience required

At least 1 year experience of molecular and/or synthetic biology techniques

At least 1 year experience in next generation sequencing

Comprehensive understanding of the mechanisms underlying the experiments

Strong troubleshooting skills in developing and optimizing experimental protocols or technology

Demonstrate initiative and proactive attitude to problem solving

Ability to communicate effectively across interdisciplinary teams, including biologists, data scientists, and engineers

Nice to have

Familiarity with data analysis and single-cell analytic workflows

Compensation The New York City, NY base pay range for a new hire in this role is $71,000.00 - $98,000.00. New hires are typically hired into the lower portion of the range, enabling employee growth in the range over time. Actual placement in range is based on job-related skills and experience, as evaluated throughout the interview process.

Benefits For The Whole You

Provides a generous employer match on employee 401(k) contributions to support planning for the future.

Paid time off to volunteer at an organization of your choice.

Funding for select family-forming benefits.

Relocation support for employees who need assistance moving

If you’re interested in a role but your previous experience doesn’t perfectly align with each qualification in the job description, we still encourage you to apply as you may be the perfect fit for this or another role.

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