Research Associate

Job Description

About the Company

Pinetree Therapeutics, Inc. is a biotech startup developing bispecific antibodies for cancer therapy. Our mission is to deliver on the promise of therapeutic antibodies to treat drug resistant cancers and immune disorders and create the next generation of transformative medicines for patients. We are a group of highly motivated, dedicated professionals working collaboratively in a multi-facetted team with the ultimate goal to improve patient care.

Pinetree Therapeutics is located near Fresh Pond in west Cambridge, convenient to public transportation. If you are looking to join a dynamic team serving this ever-important mission, then Pinetree is the place for you!

Pinetree is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Pinetree will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law. Join us for career training and development, an exceptional work environment, a sense of community, and allow us to reward you for your accomplishments.

The Role

Pinetree Therapeutics is seeking a self-motivated Research Associate I/II for basic laboratory research including:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• 1+ year(s) of mammalian cell culture experience.
• Produce and test novel constructs.
• Characterize gene and protein expression in mammalian cells with techniques like western blotting, flow cytometry, microscopy, qPCR, and ELISA.
• Contribute to experimental design and optimization efforts.
• Adhere to and develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as necessary.
• Collaborate in the generation and screening of novel therapeutics.
• Keep a detailed electronic lab notebook and ensure accurate registration of constructs and biologics.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in a biology-related science or equivalent with 1-2 years of laboratory experience in an academic or industry setting.
• Familiar with basic laboratory procedures and cell culture techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain a high level of organization.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Proficiency in a variety of molecular and cell-based assays.
• Knowledge in protein formulation, stability studies, and analytical analyses
• Hands-on experience with in vivo animal studies is a plus.
• Familiarity with the drug discovery and development process.
• Highly motivated, with a strong desire to learn and contribute to team science.
• Exceptional work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to data quality.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Ability to ask questions and curiosity about the work performed are a must

Fluency in written and spoken English is required.

Pinetree is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Pinetree will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: Pinetree does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of Pinetree, and Pinetree will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Commuter assistance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Laboratory procedures: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cambridge, MA 02138: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person