We are a biotech startup and we are looking for a molecular biologist for assistance in designing a Cas13a knockdown experiment.
Requirements:
- Minimum qualification: Masters Degree in Molecular Biology or comparable discipline
- Experienced in plasmid construction via molecular cloning
- Experienced in different transfection approaches for eukaryotic cells
- Experience with Western Blot and ELISA
- Deep understanding of RNAi mechanisms
- Network and knowledge of suppliers of molecular biology equipment and supplies, preferable in the SEA region
Responsibilities:
- Experimental design to reproduce a specific publication involving Cas13a knockdown of a viral gene in mammalian cells
- Remotely assisting local wet-lab team to reproduce above experiment by analyzing results and troubleshooting steps
- Making budget conscious lists of required equipment
- Researching alternative approaches if necessary
- Creating periodical reports for management
Location / Other requirements
- We are a location independent team and we work mostly asynchronously. We believe in output and results and we do not encourage micromanagement. However, in order to be able to overlap with our Asian and European teams we prefer candidates located between GMT+7 and GMT timezones.
- Setup to work as an independent contractor
- Open to try alternative payment methods such as stablecoins (USDC, USDT etc)
What We Offer
- Work in a biotech startup, with global scientists and talent
- Culture of transparency and no politics
- No micromanagement
- Output driven environment
- Options for relocating to Thailand (optional)
- Compensation re-evaluated yearly based on performance
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