Role SummaryReporting to the Director of Analytical Development, the Research Associate will be responsible for supporting LEXEO internal laboratory procedures and daily operations. This will include inventory management of lab consumables, cell lines and reagents, and tracking of these materials in the electronic notebook system. This also will include the receipt and packaging/shipping of materials as needed by lab personnel. Additional duties will involve assisting with maintenance of lab equipment and EHS related activities. Finally, the Associate will assist with the daily operation of lab related activities as required (e.g. cell line maintenance, reagent preparation, etc.).
Primary Responsibilities

• Manage, organize and track inventory of laboratory materials
• Request materials as needed in the lab ordering system to maintain inventory, maintain equipment and assist with laboratory EHS program to ensure seamless laboratory operation
• Be familiar with liquid nitrogen and compressed gas use and safety in a lab setting
• Prepare and receive laboratory shipments, and inventorying and notifying lab staff as appropriate.
• Perform routine tasks as needed in a biological laboratory, including such tasks as sterile cell line maintenance (growth, passaging, cell counting, etc.) and reagent preparation for such assays as digital PCR and ELISA.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• BS/MS degree with 0-2 years of relevant experience in Chemical Engineering, Biomolecular Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or related fields
• Hands-on experience with cell culture
• Enthusiastic learner with an attention to detail
• A demonstrated knowledge and interest in biology, biochemistry, or an associated field of study
• Ability to design scientifically sound experiments under guidance, to interpret results, and to present findings
• Effective written and oral communication skills

Anticipated Salary Depending on qualifications and overall experience, base salary is likely to be $62,500 - $92,000 per year.
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