Nexture Bio is seeking a qualified Research Associate I for full-time employment in Woodland, CA. Reporting directly to the VP of Research & Development, this position serves to optimize lab procedures and succeed in producing reliable and important R&D results to produce products that can help in the fight against food insecurity and climate change
Nexture Bio is an enabling technology company serving the alternative protein sector. Initially targeting the cultivated meat production market, Nexture Bio produces scaffolds, microcarriers, cell attachment factors, and other materials that can be used to produce cultivated meat beyond existing solutions. The RA candidate plays a central role in ensuring efficient scientific results are obtained while being a part of the emerging B2B market for cultivated meat.
Responsibilities include:
- Acting as the directly responsible individual for the research and development physical space;
- Support laboratory staff by maintaining glassware, logs, and record books; troubleshooting and resolving problems and helping with special projects.
- Keeps laboratory supplies ready by inventorying stock, placing orders, and verifying receipts.
- Assisting in key experimentation and validation assays and maintaining key cell cultures
- Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance, and calling for repairs.
- Documents information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Resolves problems by examining and evaluating data and selecting corrective steps.
- Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and reading technical publications.
- Enhances laboratory and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Previous working experience as lab technician for at least two years
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant STEM field (e.g., biology)
- Familiarity with common laboratory analytical equipment, including autoclaves, biosafety cabinets, cell culture support infrastructure, and common biological material science equipment.
- Experience performing polymer/biopolymer synthesis or other wet chemistry a must
- Cell culture experience strongly preferred
- Basic computer knowledge (Word and Excel) and skills in lab information systems is desirable
- Demonstrable communication skills
- Meticulous and organized, with the ability to multi-task
- A valid driver’s license
Compensation Range:
- $65,000 - $75,000 Pay may vary depending on factors including job related knowledge and skills.