What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Scientist position at Aequita Bioworks?
$200,000-220,000 base salary
(5 days/Onsite)
About The Role
We are seeking a highly effective, motivated scientist to join our team. You will experience all facets of building a startup at a cutting edge biotech company in San Carlos! You will work with an experienced team of founders, scientists and RAs designing, executing, and interpreting experiments. You are a good fit for this role if you resonate with our values, namely if you work hard, are ambitious, creative, and honest, write python scripts to solve your problems, and will do whatever it takes to win.
Application Requirements
PhD in natural science such as biology, biochemistry, biophysics, bioengineering, etc. <=2 years since completion of PhDExtremely strong work ethic Python scripting ability Highly motivated and ambitious Proficiency with Google Sheets and Google Slides Live within a 30 minute commute of San Carlos
Nice To Haves
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace who prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. We provide a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
We welcome all with a drive to work, and a curiosity to learn. We are here to build and be a part of science encompassing the full power and possibility for breakthrough innovation!
To view our current job openings and apply, please visit our job portal. If you think you have what it takes but don't see a job fitting your skillset email us at recruiting@aequitabioworks.com.
(5 days/Onsite)
About The Role
We are seeking a highly effective, motivated scientist to join our team. You will experience all facets of building a startup at a cutting edge biotech company in San Carlos! You will work with an experienced team of founders, scientists and RAs designing, executing, and interpreting experiments. You are a good fit for this role if you resonate with our values, namely if you work hard, are ambitious, creative, and honest, write python scripts to solve your problems, and will do whatever it takes to win.
Application Requirements
- Your cover letter should be one page and give clear examples of the following:
- An instance in which you designed an experiment including tradeoffs considered and iterative improvements
- An instance in which you demonstrated high executive planning ability
- Highlight two (or more) orthogonal skills in which you’ve demonstrated excellence
- This job is not 9-5
- This is an opportunity to work very hard, learn a lot, and develop skills that will serve you well throughout your career
- This is not an opportunity to focus on work life balance
- Design studies, experiments, and assays pertaining to therapeutic biologics and QC of therapeutic products
- Review literature (research papers, textbooks, financial reports, regulatory documents)
- Evaluate scientific results and present readouts and conclusions
- Assign tasks to RAs
- Design templates and record experimental results in Benchling
- Whatever else is needed for the company to succeed
- Experience working with C2C12 cells or human primary myoblasts
- Experience using a confocal microscope
- Experience in high throughput biologic expression and characterization
- Experience using an Agilent Seahorse or other respirometer
- Contribute to groundbreaking therapies in a dynamic, AI-driven environment.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams of scientists, AI specialists, and drug developers.
- Opportunities for professional growth in a mission-driven startup.
- This is an in-person role in San Carlos, CA
- The compensation range for this role is $200,000-220,000 along with equity options in the company and benefits
- Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you at your best
- Financial Security – 401(k) with company matching and fully covered life insurance
- Time to Recharge – Unlimited PTO, generous company holidays, and flexibility to take the time you need
- Connection & Community – Team lunches, office hangouts, and offsite meetups to build meaningful relationships
- High-Impact Work – Shape the future of healthcare at a pivotal moment in our growth
- Competitive Compensation – Top-tier salary and a generous equity package
- Fast-Paced & Exciting – Join a hypergrowth team that moves fast and builds with purpose
- World-Class Team – Work alongside top researchers, scientists, and engineers in a high-performance environment
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace who prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. We provide a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
We welcome all with a drive to work, and a curiosity to learn. We are here to build and be a part of science encompassing the full power and possibility for breakthrough innovation!
To view our current job openings and apply, please visit our job portal. If you think you have what it takes but don't see a job fitting your skillset email us at recruiting@aequitabioworks.com.
Salary : $200,000 - $220,000