Research associate or Sr Research associate
FaponCalifornia, United States
Posted January 30, 2026
71000 - 100000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
El Capitan Biosciences is a biotech company located in the San Francisco Bay Area, working on noninvasive diagnostics and monitoring using advanced machine learning algorithms and proprietary molecular methods.
Job Description
We are seeking a Research Associate or Sr Research Associate to support the evaluation, optimization, and advancement of cutting-edge NGS-based methodologies for diagnostic applications. The ideal candidate will have a passion for molecular biology and expertise in next-generation sequencing (NGS) workflows and diagnostic assay development.
Requirements
- Perform high-quality laboratory experiments
- Contribute to the generation of critical clinical testing data
- Support internal and external collaborations
- Execute molecular biology techniques
- Prepare and optimize NGS library preparation workflows
- Assist in evaluating new NGS technologies, methods, and reagents
- Maintain detailed electronic lab notebooks and documentation
Benefits
- Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives, and retirement plan
- Health care and well-being programs
- Generous paid time off
- 401(k) retirement savings with a company match
- Pet insurance
- Life insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Discount programs
