1 Associate Attorney job in Seattle United States

To apply, please email your CV and any other relevant documents to careers@curibio.com.

SUMMARY

Curi Bio is a leading developer of human stem cell-based platforms for drug discovery based in Seattle, WA. Curi integrates human stem cell models, tissue specific biosystems, and AI/machine learning-based phenotypic screening into its preclinical discovery platform to accelerate discovery of next generation medicines. With Curi Bio’s suite of human stem cell-based products and services, scientists are able to build more mature and predictive human iPSC-derived tissues, with a focus on cardiac, musculoskeletal, and neuromuscular models. Curi Bio is closing the gap between preclinical data and human results, accelerating the discovery and development of safer, more effective medicines.

Curi Bio is a startup company seeking a Research Associate to join our team whose primary responsibility will be cellular media production and quality control, with additional support for skeletal muscle and motor neuron differentiation, cell expansion, and shipping/logistics. Prioritized candidates will have hands-on experience formulating and producing cell culture media, aseptic cell culture experience, prior biotech experience, and experience with standard cell biology assays. Experience in quality control/assurance functions and/or logistics in a biotech atmosphere is highly desired.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Formulate, produce, and quality-control cellular media supporting 2D and 3D tissues utilizing iPSC-derived cardiomyocyte, skeletal muscle, and motor neurons

• Own media production scheduling, lot documentation, and specifications; troubleshoot and improve formulations and production workflows

• Cell production and quality control

• Production of iPSC-derived motor neuron and skeletal muscle differentiations

• Basic iPSC cell culture and 3D muscle tissue engineering

• Packaging and coordinating shipping of Curi Bio products

• Communicate effectively with team to ensure proper Go/ No-Go Decisions and adherence to cell differentiation protocols

• Complete appropriate documentation, audit, and release of products. Maintain detailed, up-to-date, and well-documented Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN)

• Update and communicate with scientific staff in person, though typically flexible work schedule

• Perform other job-related duties as required. Weekend work will be required

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field is required

• Experience preparing, filtering, and QC-testing cell culture media, buffers, and reagents

• Cell culture and/or tissue culture experience is required

• Excellent sterile technique and ideally some microscopy experience

• Ability to manage timelines and goals, work in a matrixed team environment

• Proficient in standard Office programs like Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

• Proven ability to troubleshoot technical and scientific issues, both individually and as part of a team

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong preference for local candidates

• Experience producing media at scale or working to defined media specifications and lot release criteria

• Familiarity or experience with GMP practices and record-keeping

• Biotech/Pharmaceutical company or CRO experience

WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Fine motor skills needed for aseptic work.

BENEFITS

• Full-Time Salary Range: $68,000-75,000 + benefits. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

• 401k plan

• Commuter assistance program

• Career advancement opportunities within Curi Bio

• Relocation assistance will not be provided

HOW TO APPLY

Please email your CV and any other relevant documents to careers@curibio.com.

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Curi Bio is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.