Seeking Research Associate or Associate Scientist
The ideal candidate has a background in life science, is a fast learner, and is detail-oriented. We are looking for self-starters with a can-do attitude that want to be part of a rapidly growing startup and grow with the company. As part of our Bio Team, you will be designing and running biological experiments to improve or validate prototype instruments.
You may be a recent life sciences graduate, experienced lab technician, or someone with wet lab experience. The most important part is that you are hungry and excited to be a part of a great team that is revolutionizing Microbial Testing. We require at least 40 hrs/week on site, with the opportunity to convert to FTE.
About the Company
Mango is a new type of microscope. Our innovative approach enables us to grow microbes and observe their growth in real time.
Located in Los Angeles, our eleven-person team combines expertise in business, mechanical engineering, bioengineering, and software development. We've honed our skills at various startups, including Snapchat, and now we're focused on turning this groundbreaking idea into a practical tool for pharmaceutical manufacturing. We're eager to find someone who shares our enthusiasm for making a meaningful impact.
If you're looking for a challenge and want to contribute to a project that could change the way we view the microscopic world, we'd love to hear from you.
Microbiology Responsibilities:
- Performance of several culture techniques including:
- Microbial isolation using streak plate techniques
- Microbial recovery and counting using spread plate technique
- Broth inoculation
- Cell passaging in a biosafety cabinet
- Good documentation practices and inventory management
- General wet lab practices including mixing media solutions, serial dilutions, and media sterilization
- Vacuum filtration of prepared solutions
- Good aseptic technique
Qualifications:
- Team player that leans in and helps whenever possible
- Detail oriented
- Fast learner who seeks to increase their skills and knowledge
- Thrives in a fast paced and changing environment
- Independent worker
- Some scientific and technical background
- Comfortable handling chemicals and biological materials (will receive proper training)
Bonus Qualities (Not Required):
- Prior wet lab experience involving mammalian cell culture
- Degree in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or similar