Research Associate Job at AskBio Inc. | Apply Now
The AskBio Research Associate Job is a unique opportunity at AskBio Inc. for the position of Research Associate II in Product Development. This role, based in Durham, NC, invites candidates with a strong background in molecular biology and relevant laboratory experience to contribute to innovative gene therapy projects.
- Position: Research Associate II
- Location: Durham, NC
- Job Requisition ID: R26-124
About AskBio Inc.
AskBio Inc., a wholly owned and independently operated subsidiary of Bayer AG, is a fully integrated gene therapy company dedicated to developing life-saving medicines and changing lives. The company maintains a portfolio of clinical programs across a range of neuromuscular, central nervous system, cardiovascular, and metabolic disease indications with a clinical-stage pipeline that includes investigational therapeutics for congestive heart failure, limb-girdle muscular dystrophy, multiple system atrophy, Parkinson’s disease, and Pompe disease. AskBio’s gene therapy platform includes Pro10™, an industry-leading proprietary cell line manufacturing process, and an extensive array of capsids and promoters. With global headquarters in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, and European headquarters in Edinburgh, Scotland, the company has generated hundreds of proprietary capsids and promoters, several of which have entered pre-clinical and clinical testing.
AskBio Research Associate Job Description
The Research Associate II is a technical role utilizing a broad range of experimental techniques to support platform, therapeutic pipelines, and R&D activities, with a primary focus on early cardiovascular programs. The RA II will perform optimization, development, and data delivery with increased independence, supporting key preclinical studies in gene therapy R&D.
Eligibility Criteria
- MS in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or related field; or BS degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or related field with 2+ years’ relevant laboratory experience; or High School Diploma with 6+ years’ relevant laboratory experience. Applicants for this Research Associate II role should meet one of these qualification pathways.
- Hands-on experience with molecular biology techniques, including DNA/RNA isolation, SDS-PAGE, qPCR/ddPCR, and Western blot.
- Prior experience with mammalian cell culture and aseptic technique.
- Ability to follow established protocols with minimal supervision and deliver reliable, reproducible results.
Required Skills
- Direct expertise with mammalian cell culture, including primary and immortalized cell systems, and strong aseptic technique.
- Direct experience with quantitative molecular biology techniques, including isolation of DNA, RNA, and protein from cells and tissues; quantitative PCR and RT‑PCR (preference for direct experience with ddPCR); ELISA; SDS‑PAGE; and Western blot/automated Western (e.g., Jess).
- Strong data collection, documentation, and reporting skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a research team.
Key Responsibilities
- Support scientists in the design, planning, and execution of experiments to analyze protein, RNA, and DNA from in vitro and in vivo studies, contributing to key studies in gene therapy R&D.
- Perform a broad range of experimental techniques independently (e.g., cell culture, nucleic acid and protein extraction, qPCR/RT-qPCR/ddPCR, ELISA, SDS-PAGE, Western blot/Jess, and related assays) to support platform and therapeutic programs.
- Process, track, and analyze large numbers of samples in parallel while maintaining high quality and consistency in assay execution.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of all experimental work in electronic lab notebooks; support maintenance of databases, sample inventories, and reagent inventories as needed.
- Assist in the development and optimization of experimental protocols; contribute to assay and workflow improvements.
- Generate high quality, reproducible data and contribute to data analysis, interpretation, and presentation.
- Contribute to and/or author study reports and study protocols.
- Ensure laboratory areas are clean, safe, and well organized; monitor and restock common reagents and supplies; support proper operation and routine maintenance of equipment; and adhere to all safety and compliance guidelines.
This AskBio job opening presents a significant opportunity for qualified candidates to engage in groundbreaking work in gene therapy. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply before the deadline to seize this chance to contribute to transformative science.
