7h ago

Research Associate, Cryo-EM

Cambridge, MA USA

$65k-$107.3k / year

full-timemidbiotech

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๐Ÿ’ผ About This Role

You'll support cryo-EM workflows from grid vitrification to data collection at Fathem, a Flagship Pioneering biotech. Your work on high-quality data generation will directly feed AI-driven computational models. This hands-on role offers the chance to redefine how biology is understood.

๐ŸŽฏ What You'll Do

  • Prepare cryo-EM grids and collect data across diverse biomolecular systems.
  • Execute workflows from vitrification to high-throughput data acquisition.
  • Optimize grid prep and imaging protocols to improve success rates.
  • Maintain rigorous records in ELN/LIMS systems for reproducibility.

๐Ÿ“‹ Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in biochemistry, physics, chemistry, or related field.
  • At least 2 years of post-baccalaureate experience in a lab.
  • Hands-on experience with cryo-EM grid preparation for soluble and membrane proteins.
  • Proficiency with ThermoFisher cryo-TEMs and automated data acquisition software.

โœจ Nice to Have

  • Experience with membrane protein samples.
  • Familiarity with SerialEM or Leginon.
  • Background in AI-driven technology development.

๐ŸŽ Benefits & Perks

  • ๐Ÿ–๏ธ Health coverage
  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Annual incentive program
  • ๐Ÿฆ Retirement benefits
  • ๐ŸŽ Broad range of other benefits

๐Ÿ“จ Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate

  1. 1Recruiter screenยท 30 min
  2. 2Hiring manager interviewยท 45 min
  3. 3Technical interviewยท 60 min
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