Research Associate, Detection
SecureBio is a U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit that develops pandemic-defense capabilities and evaluates and mitigates AI-enabled biological misuse risks.
Funding history
About SecureBio
SecureBio develops pathogen-agnostic early-warning systems for novel pandemic threats and conducts frontier-AI biosecurity evaluations, benchmarks, and targeted safety-mitigation research.
Skills
Candidate Availability
Required and preferred rules are kept separate and reflect the wording in the original posting.
About the Role
You will execute standard and experimental molecular biology protocols, perform nucleic acid extractions, qPCR, dPCR and NGS library preparation, and troubleshoot workflows. You will operate automated liquid handling systems and high-throughput diagnostic hardware, maintain LIMS data entry, sample tracking and reagent inventory, and collaborate with automation engineers to optimize high-throughput assays. This is a full-time on-site role in Cambridge, MA.
Requirements
- B.S. or M.S. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or a related field
- 1–3+ years of hands-on wet lab experience in molecular diagnostic or assay development environments
- Demonstrated expertise with nucleic acid extraction, qPCR/dPCR, or NGS library prep
- Rigorous attention to detail and strong organizational and record-keeping skills
- Preferred: experience with high-throughput automated liquid handlers
- Preferred: familiarity with BSL-2 containment protocols
- Preferred: experience with ELNs and LIMS platforms
Responsibilities
- Execute standard and experimental molecular biology protocols with precision and consistency
- Perform nucleic acid extractions, qPCR, dPCR, and NGS library preparation
- Troubleshoot experimental workflows and document laboratory processes
- Operate automated liquid handling systems and high-throughput diagnostic hardware
- Maintain LIMS data entry, sample tracking, and reagent inventory records
- Collaborate with automation engineers to optimize high-throughput assays
- Maintain laboratory equipment and inventory
Benefits
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- Yearly mental health allowance
- Flexible work hours
- Unlimited paid time off
- Minimum 12 weeks fully-paid parental leave
- Fully-paid conference sponsorships
- Yearly development allowance
- Employer 401(k) match up to 4% of salary
- Starting 2027: up to 10% of salary in 401(k) contributions
- Ergonomic office equipment, snacks, and daily catered lunches
- Referral bonus program