Molecular Biology Jobs at Neuralink
Neuralink is hiring a Biocompatibility Scientist in Austin, Texas, to support the safety, quality, and regulatory compliance of its next-generation brain-computer interface devices. The Molecular Biology Jobs at Neuralink focus on developing and validating in-vitro biocompatibility methods while contributing to toxicological risk assessments and regulatory submissions in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.
About the Company:
Neuralink is developing implantable brain-computer interface devices that enable a bi-directional connection between the brain and digital systems. The company’s mission is to restore movement to individuals with paralysis, restore vision to the blind, and transform how humans interact with technology. Neuralink brings together experts from diverse scientific and engineering fields to build groundbreaking neurotechnology solutions.
Job Details:
- Job Title: Biocompatibility Scientist
- Location: Austin, TX
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Industry: Medical Devices / Neurotechnology
- Team: Biocompatibility
- Salary Range: $71,000 – $119,000 USD (base salary)
- Additional Compensation: Equity compensation (RSUs)
Educational Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field
- Master’s degree or PhD in biochemistry, or a related discipline, preferred
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, validate, and sustain in-vitro biocompatibility assays in compliance with ISO 10993 and OECD guidance in the Molecular Biology Jobs at Neuralink
- Assist with laboratory equipment setup, calibration, and qualification
- Support general laboratory operations, including equipment management and routine maintenance
- In the Molecular Biology Jobs at Neuralink, you should collaborate with engineering teams on material and chemical agent selection for manufacturing processes
- Prepare toxicological risk assessment reports and biological safety evaluations
- Contribute to FDA and international regulatory submissions
- Own toxicological risk assessment (TRA) processes and develop related SOPs in the Biocompatibility Scientist Role
- Conduct hazard identification, literature reviews, and dose-response assessments
- In this Biocompatibility Scientist Role, you should interpret chemical characterization data and integrate findings into comprehensive biocompatibility assessments
Skills Required:
- Strong background in cell biology, molecular biology, and/or toxicology
- Experience with in-vitro method development
- Proficiency in confocal microscopy
- Knowledge of toxicological risk assessment tools such as the QSAR toolbox and read-across methodologies
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to perform thorough scientific literature searches
- Familiarity with ISO 10993 standards and regulatory requirements preferred
- Experience with in vivo models is a plus
Benefits of the Molecular Biology Jobs:
- Competitive base salary with equity compensation (RSUs)
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance (PPO plan)
- Paid holidays and flexible time off
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Parental leave
- Commuter benefits
- Meals provided
- Opportunity to work with leading experts across disciplines
- High growth potential in a rapidly advancing organization.
