AI/ML Scientist
Associate scientist job in San Mateo, CA
AI/ML Scientist - Build the Future of Physics AI- $250,000 to $275,000 Salary
You will be part researcher, part builder, part pioneer, someone who thrives at the intersection of machine learning and physics based simulation.
The platform is built on massively scalable, cloud native simulation technology that makes it possible to run thousands of high fidelity simulations quickly and easily. This foundation unlocks something big, enabling the generation of large scale datasets that power the next generation of ML models across industries.
You will be on the front lines of building and productizing new machine learning approaches for physics based problems, from CFD to thermal simulation. Your work will not just live in a paper, it will deliver measurable value to customers, shape new product capabilities, and push the boundaries of what is possible in Physics AI.
You know that rush when your work goes from experiment to production, when the models perform, the results hold up, and you can see the impact firsthand? That is what this role is about.
Ready to shape the future of Physics AI? Let's talk.
No up to date resume required.
Research Scientist - AI for Chip Design
Associate scientist job in Palo Alto, CA
Join the Frontier of AI-Driven Hardware Design
Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of artificial intelligence and eager to see your research power the next generation of computational hardware? We're a stealth-mode AI research and product lab on a mission to revolutionize chip design. Our team is reimagining how custom silicon is created-using advanced AI to dramatically accelerate and optimize the process, making ultra-efficient, domain-specific chips a reality.
About Us
Founded by leading minds from top universities and industry labs, our team brings together AI researchers and engineers from organizations like DeepMind, Meta, Apple, and Intel. We're backed by world-class investors, including renowned scientists, professors, and founders in the hardware and AI space. Here, you'll work alongside pioneers at the intersection of machine learning and hardware, building the intelligence layer for tomorrow's computing revolution.
Your Role: Founding AI Researcher (ML)
As a founding member of our technical team, you'll be at the heart of developing and deploying AI models that transform chip design. You'll tackle challenges like code generation, verification, architectural exploration, and multimodal reasoning-building multi-agent systems that can design, optimize, and verify real silicon. This is a hands-on, 0→1 opportunity: you'll own the full ML lifecycle, from data pipelines and model training to deployment and iteration, collaborating closely with hardware and product experts.You'll experiment at the bleeding edge of LLMs, reinforcement learning, and graph-based methods for EDA, defining how AI will shape the future of hardware
What We're Looking For
Academic Background: PhD in Computer Science, EECS, Mathematics, or a related field (or BS/MS with strong research engineering experience at leading labs or startups).
AI/ML Expertise: Deep experience building end-to-end ML pipelines, including data curation, model training, and post-training using RL. Proven ability to take models from research to real-world deployment.
Technical Skills:
Hands-on with LLM/VLM deployment (vLLM, sg Lang, LM Studio, Ollama, etc.) and distributed training (QLoRA, ZeRO, CUDA, PyTorch Parallelism).
Experience with RL post-training workflows, reward modeling, and environment design.
Track record in code generation, reasoning, and tool use-especially in structured domains.
Builder Mindset: Fast-moving, able to prototype, benchmark, and productionize ML pipelines with tight feedback loops.
Passion: Excited to push the state-of-the-art in AI for real-world engineering challenges.
Bonus Points:
Experience at leading AI labs (OpenAI, DeepMind, Anthropic, etc.).
Publications in top ML or EDA conferences.
Background in hardware design or verification (not required).
Why Join Us?
Impact: Shape the future of AI-driven chip design from the ground up.
Ownership: Significant autonomy and a meaningful equity stake.
Growth: Work with a world-class team on cutting-edge challenges.
Culture: Fast-paced, collaborative, and mission-driven environment.
Ready to help define how AI will design the hardware of tomorrow? Apply now and join us at the frontier of AI and hardware innovation!
Scientist: In Vivo Pharmacology
Associate scientist job in Palo Alto, CA
Scientist, In Vivo Pharmacology - Permanent - Palo Alto, CA
Where curiosity meets purpose-join us in shaping the future of science.
Primary Responsibilities: Proclinical is seeking a highly motivated, dynamic Scientist to support in vivo research on our cutting-edge pipeline and discovery programs. You will be involved in the preparation and execution of murine animal experiments and the collation of data.
The Scientist of In Vivo Pharmacology will:
Preparation for and execution of translational experiments such as in vivo pharmacology and disease model experiments, including experiments in knockout and transgenic mice
Animal handling during murine experiments, and handling of murine tissues resulting from animal experiments
Management of relationships with third-party vendors on mouse breeding and shipping
Identification, ordering, organization, storage, and proper disposal of laboratory reagents required for studies
In collaboration with the Laboratory Biology team, aid in maintaining laboratory space and inventory
Recording and filing data, preparing technical reports, and study summaries
Report progress of projects in a timely and concise manner to supervisor
May independently lead the development and implementation of new assays to support research projects; may independently execute experiments and perform data analyses of moderate complexity; may have responsibility for specific method or study.
Occasionally provides assistance to and/or mentoring other technical staff, new research staff or interns
Manages personal experimental timelines to meet project and personal goals
Presents findings at the scientist, department, and site-level.
Function as part of a collaborative team to support research needs
Contribute to the optimal functioning of the research team, including implementation of new tools and technologies.
Skills & Requirements:
S. and 7+ years of laboratory experience (academic and/or industry) or M.S. with 5+ years of laboratory experience (academic and/or industry)
Degree must be in a life sciences discipline, preferably cellular and/or molecular biology, biochemistry, and/or microbiology/immunology
3+ years of hands-on experience with in vivo murine research required, with mouse pharmacology and inflammation disease model experiments highly desired
Experience in experimental techniques such as handling of animal tissue, cell culture, qRT-PCR, flow cytometry, and ELISAs/MSDs is required
Experience in immunology research, including research with primary immune cells, would be valuable
Must be highly organized, punctual, and precise both in regards to performing laboratory experiments as well as maintenance of the laboratory space.
Ability to work independently and occasionally during non-traditional work hours as may be required by some experiments and will need to be comfortable in a laboratory and animal facility setting.
Possesses effective problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
Experience with Microsoft software suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and other commonly used computer applications (Zoom, MS Teams, Box, etc.)
Clear and effective communicator across verbal, written, and interpersonal settings
If you are interested in applying to this exciting opportunity, then please click 'Apply' or to speak to one of our specialists please request a call back at the top of this page.
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R&D Principal Scientist
Associate scientist job in Vista, CA
This is a hybrid position, located in Vista, CA. Unfortunately, we are not able to provide visa sponsorship at this time.
About the Company
We are passionate about our mission to harness the amazing power of mushrooms for healthier lives.
M2 Ingredients is the leading vertically integrated organic functional mushroom solution provider in the Western Hemisphere. We grow our portfolio of functional mushrooms indoors in our controlled, state-of-the-art facility in Vista, CA. M2 Ingredients sells its functional ingredients to global brands in the supplement, beverage and food channels.
M2 Ingredients was founded in 2010 by Sandra Carter, a health and wellness expert with a PhD in preventative medicine, and Steve Farrar, a mycologist with over 30 years of experience in growing mushrooms. Both founders are active in the business.
Position Summary:
The R&D Principal Scientist will lead projects for testing method development & optimization for the M2 Ingredient business. The R&D Principal Scientist will be charged to lead projects related to the improvements of the M2 ingredient portfolio to improve the ingredients potency and bioavailability through strain selection, growth conditions, bioactive compound testing method development and ingredient processing. The R&D Principal Scientist will also participate in the operational readiness to ramp up and launch new ingredients on time, with a high level of quality and maximum customer availability. A successful R&D Principal Scientist is a creative and collaborative partner, is driven, organized, and detail oriented and is thoughtful and effective in problem solving and responding to the customer's needs.
Position Responsibilities
Collaborate with external labs to optimize and develop analytical methods to strengthen the M2 Ingredients product specifications.
Develop and validate through testing the Finish Product Specifications of each new ingredient as it relates to the functional and nutritional benefits of the product.
Support the FSQA team in investigation that involves testing method viability and accuracy.
Actively participate in new ingredient development, from discovery and initial feasibility assessment to product qualification, business evaluation and commercialization such as new strain development to create ingredient specification that are more competitive in the marketplace.
Contribute new ideas within the cross-functional team that drives the innovation pipeline at M2 Ingredients through scientific and technical insights.
Ensure projects meet deadlines, quality and regulatory standards from ideation to full scale production by engaging the cross functional team on the project timeline and keeping the team informed and accountable throughout the development phases.
Collaborate with CSO and Mycology team on creating patent filing submission dossiers and contribute to patent strategy.
Qualifications
M.Sc. in chemistry, biochemistry or other relevant science degrees.
5 + years of experience in the functional ingredients, dietary supplements or functional food industry in product development role including experience formulating, leading plant trials and production start-up.
Laboratory experience or experience interpreting results for the following analytical methods an asset: mass spectrometry, DNA sequencing, chromatography, antibody assays.
Experience managing external laboratories and contract research organization
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proven ability to prioritize and organize workload to ensure timely delivery of tasks.
Passion for product testing, food science and safety and quality in the food industry.
Exceptional ability to identify and resolve problems efficiently and effectively by providing appropriate solutions.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
This full-time role will receive a competitive salary + benefits, including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401k match. This position's anticipated annual pay range is $120,000 - $140,000 plus an annual bonus. Various factors are considered when determining an individual's compensation-including a candidate's professional background, education, certifications, experience, professional licenses, and location. Final offer amounts may vary from the amounts listed. We neither ask for nor consider the salary history of applicants.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
LOCATION
M2 Ingredients is located in Vista, CA (about 35 miles north of San Diego and 60 south of Orange County).
This position requires you to work full time, on-site in our Vista, CA location minimum of 3 days per week.
Research Scientist - Data
Associate scientist job in Fremont, CA
⚡ Research Scientist - Data focus
💊 Foundation Models, AI Research Institute
🌎 San Francisco Bay Area, USA
💸 $200,000 - $350,000 salary + bonus
Come join a revolutionary AI research lab in SF Bay Area that is poised to develop & publish high-impact breakthroughs in GenAI - across LLMs and Multimodal AI.
As part of the team, you'll work at the intersection of data, large-scale training, and foundation model innovation. You will collaborate with world-class researchers, data scientists, and engineers to solve critical challenges in creating robust, scalable, and reasoning-capable LLMs. Your research will shape the way data is curated, processed, and leveraged to train the next generation of intelligent systems.
Responsibilities:
Lead research on data-centric approaches for LLMs, including pretraining corpus design, data valuation, and speculative decoding strategies.
Develop pipelines to process challenging data sources into structured and reproducible training datasets.
Build and optimize agentic data pipelines, integrating retrieval, self-curation, and multi-agent feedback for high-quality training and evaluation data.
Collaborate with researchers on alignment and reasoning-focused training that leverage data-driven approaches for improving LLM capabilities.
Prototype and deploy evaluation frameworks to measure data quality, coverage, and downstream impact on LLM reasoning.
Publish findings at top-tier venues (e.g., NeurIPS, ICLR, ACL, EMNLP) and represent the institute at international conferences.
Contribute to open-source tools, datasets, and benchmarks that advance the global foundation model research community.
Requirements:
Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related technical field (PhD strongly preferred)
Experience collecting and curating high-quality text data including multi-lingual data.
Hands-on experience with large-scale dataset curation and preprocessing for ML/LLM training.
Prior works synthesizing complex datasets. Code, math, and agentic data are higher priority
Experience with ML infrastructure for scalable training, evaluation, and debugging.
Experience at the intersection of data and post-training (RL/SFT)
Proven ability to independently drive research questions related to data quality, scaling, or reasoning.
Preferred Experience:
Experience with retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), agentic data pipelines, or reasoning benchmarks.
Contributions to speculative decoding, self-curation, or reinforcement learning from synthetic data.
Background in knowledge graphs, semantic search, or indexing systems.
Strong publication record in leading AI conferences.
Prior contributions to open-source ML data tools or benchmarks.
Prior work on speculative decoding/contributions to LLM serving engines
Prior work on training LLM-as-a-judge
Deep expertise with tokenization/training tokenizers
Why apply:
Opportunity to build out a new division at the forefront of AI innovation
FAANG competitive salary & package
Work alongside superstars from FAANG labs & leading AI companies
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Relocation package available
🌎 San Francisco Bay Area, USA
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Research Scientist
Associate scientist job in Fremont, CA
We're working with a San Francisco client that's got a research team of 50~ professionals and looking to further expand it. They are specifically looking to flesh out their Research Group by hiring a Research Scientist on a hybrid basis.
They have seen $300M in a recent fund raise.
Skills targeted:
PhD in Physics/ Quantum Physics/ Theory/ Statistics/ Mathematics/ Computational Science or similarly related field.
2+ YoE working with AI Agents.
Good exposure to LLMs.
Ideally a background in Audio focused research. Alternatively Search, would also be highly advantageous.
TC package of $1-1,5M with sizeable base salary & equity package.
If that looks of interest, apply & Goliath will be in touch!
Research Scientist
Associate scientist job in Monterey, CA
Veteran-Owned Firm Seeking DSP Communications Research Scientist with TS/SSBI/SCI for a Role in Monterey, CA
My name is Stephen Hrutka. I lead a Veteran-Owned management consulting firm in Washington, DC. We specialize in Technical and Cleared Recruiting for the Department of Defense (DoD), the Intelligence Community (IC), and other advanced defense agencies.
At HRUCKUS, we support fellow Veteran-Owned businesses by helping them recruit for positions across organizations such as the VA, SBA, HHS, DARPA, and other leading-edge R&D-focused defense agencies.
We seek to fill a DSP Communications Research Scientist role in Monterey, CA.
The ideal candidate should possess a TS/SSBI/SCI clearance, hold an M.S. in a relevant field (Ph.D. preferred), and have at least 2 years of professional experience, with 5 years being highly desirable.
If you're interested, I'll gladly provide more details about the role and discuss your qualifications further.
Thanks,
Stephen M Hrutka
Principal Consultant
HRUCKUS LLC
Executive Summary: HRUCKUS seeks a DSP Communications Research Scientist with TS/SSBI/SCI for a role in Monterey, CA.
Position Description: We seek a highly qualified research engineer/scientist to solve challenging technical problems in signal processing that are critical to national security. Our client has a national reputation for delivering uniquely capable solutions to very challenging problems and a long track record of consistent innovation and success against the most difficult issues faced by their customers. These problems typically involve processing of signals in very stressful RF conditions, including low signal-to-noise ratio, high levels of interference, and non-stationary environments.
Position Duties:
Research, design, and implement advanced signal processing algorithms in software for various RF applications.
Work as an individual principal investigator or part of a small team of engineers.
Perform RF signal and data analysis, reverse engineering, simulation, and modeling.
Implement new algorithms in C/C++ and Python.
Support transition of algorithms to real-time, high-performance production computing environments.
Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, on complex technical subjects to customers, end-users, and partners at varying levels appropriate to each audience.
Translate customer objectives to technical requirements, manage performance and schedule expectations, and communicate project status and technical performance evaluations.
Required Expertise and Experience:
An outstanding background in signal processing, digital communications, detection and estimation theory, remote sensing, radar signal processing, adaptive antenna array processing, or navigation/geolocation.
Demonstrated programming skills and experience in scientific programming are required.
The ideal candidate has experience implementing signal processing algorithms in C/C++ and Python.
The successful applicant will have extensive expertise and experience in one or more of the following fields:
Signal processing
Digital communications
Detection and estimation theory
Remote sensing
Radar signal processing
Adaptive antenna array processing
Navigation/geolocation
Desired Qualifications:
Some experience with Linux and open-source tool chains is desirable.
Experience with software-defined radio (SDR), baseband architecture, RF architecture, and/or wireless propagation and modeling is desirable.
Experience with modern communications protocols, including LTE, WCDMA, GSM, 802.11, or 802.16, is desirable.
Knowledge of numerical linear algebra is a plus.
Good customer communication and presentation skills (written and verbal) are essential.
Required Education and Experience:
An M.S. in a related field is required, and a Ph.D. is desirable.
U.S. Citizenship is required with an in-scope Top Secret/SSBI.
A minimum of two years of work experience is required; five or more years is desirable.
Details:
Job Title: DSP Communications Research Scientist.
Locations: Monterey, CA.
FULL RELOCATION PAID.
Security Clearance Requirement: TS/SSBI/SCI.
Assignment Type: Full-time.
Salary Range: $126,000 to $174,000 per year.
R&D Principal Scientist
Associate scientist job in Vista, CA
Join a mission-driven team transforming the future of functional wellness through science. As the R&D Principal Scientist with my client, you'll lead innovation that enhances ingredient potency, bioavailability, and analytical rigor-directly influencing how cutting-edge mushroom solutions reach global brands. This is a high-impact role where your technical vision will shape tomorrow's products.
Why You Should Apply
Lead advanced analytical method development and ingredient optimization
Drive innovation from early discovery through full commercialization
Collaborate with visionary scientific, mycology, and cross-functional teams
Competitive salary range: $120,000-$140,000 + annual bonus
Robust medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) match & more
What You'll Be Doing
Partner with external labs to refine analytical methods and strengthen specifications
Validate functional and nutritional product attributes for new ingredients
Support FSQA investigations through method testing and viability assessments
Contribute to innovation pipeline via scientific insights and feasibility evaluations
Manage project timelines from R&D ideation to full-scale production
Collaborate on patent dossier creation and intellectual property strategy
About You
M.Sc. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related scientific discipline
Strong background in functional ingredients, supplements, or functional foods
Familiarity with analytical platforms such as mass spectrometry, DNA sequencing, or chromatography
Skilled at managing external labs and CRO relationships
Organized, solutions-focused, and effective in cross-functional environments
How To Apply
We'd love to see your resume, but we don't need it to have a conversation. Send us an email to ************************** and tell me why you're interested. Or, feel free to email your resume. Please include Job#19648.
Research Associate III/ Senior Research Associate (Biodesigner), Assay Development / Bioanalytical Development
Associate scientist job in Fremont, CA
Amber Bio is a biotechnology company pioneering new gene editing modalities using multi-kilobase edits to reach previously undruggable patient populations. Founded by pioneers in the CRISPR field from leading institutions for gene editing research, the company is developing a first-of-its-kind RNA editing platform that can correct thousands of bases at once, thereby correcting genetic mutations safely and reversibly. If you are interested in building a new frontier in genetic medicine, we welcome you to apply.
Job Description: Research Associate III/ Senior Research Associate (Biodesigner), Assay Development / Bioanalytical Development
Position Overview: The Research Associate III/ Senior Research Associate in Assay Development and Bioanalytical Development will play a critical role in the development, qualification, and validation of bioanalytical methods to support our RNA editing programs. The successful candidate will work under the guidance of an assay development scientist to develop custom assays for the analysis of samples, including AAVs, cells, and tissues. This role also involves drafting key documents such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and method development reports.
Key Responsibilities:
Method Development, Qualification, and Validation:
Support the development, qualification, and validation of bioanalytical methods in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
Develop, optimize, and execute robust bioanalytical methods for the characterization, release, and stability testing of Amber's gene therapy.
Sample Analysis:
Support drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion studies.
Perform analysis of AAVs, cells, and tissues to support various stages of research and development.
Lead efforts to streamline and optimize sample storage and processing, as well as establishing and maintaining critical reagent stocks and cell banks.
Documentation Reporting:
Draft and review key documents such as SOPs, method development, and sample analysis reports.
Maintain accurate and detailed records of all experiments and analyses.
Collaboration & Communication
Collaborate with manufacturing and preclinical teams to support pipeline needs.
Communicate and present findings clearly to internal stakeholders.
Qualifications:
B.A./B.S. or M.S. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in bioanalytical and assay development in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
Demonstrated strong proficiency in a wide range of molecular biology techniques such as molecular cloning, DNA/RNA extractions, RT-qPCR, dd PCR, and ELISA.
Experience with cell-based assays and detection methods such as fluorescence, luminescence, and ECL.
Hands-on experience using laboratory automated systems (e.g., liquid handlers, extraction robotics, etc.).
Background in RNA-based therapies is highly desirable.
Experience writing SOPs and reports supporting IND filings (e.g. development, qualification sample analysis reports, etc.)
Knowledge of FDA and ICH guidelines for method development, qualification, and validation.
Prior history in compiling and analyzing data and generating reports that are routinely presented to project teams.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Preference will be given to those who display:
High motivation, with a strong work ethic and dedication to generating impact.
Attention to detail, with the ability to extract deep insights from data.
Ability to go from ideation to data in an independent fashion.
Long-term personal vision with defined career goals.
Team-oriented thinking.
Demonstrated excellence in small team environments, including a “no task is too small” attitude.
If you have a passion for advancing gene editing technologies and desire to be part of a pioneering biotech company, we encourage you to apply and join our ambitious team.
Please apply directly through LinkedIn.
Amber Bio is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment for all employees.
Product Development Scientist
Associate scientist job in San Jose, CA
We are a group of people united by a strong purpose.
We want you to get to know us, and Giuseppe, our very own artificial intelligence.
We love good food, but above all, we love the planet, and that's why, to protect it, we reinvent the food industry, one delicious bite at a time, elevating what we eat, through our technology and based on plants.
Our recipe has three mega-important components: science, technology, and of course, disruptive talents who work daily to create a better future.
At NotCo we are not and do not seek to be the perfect company, but rather the right one. We are here to produce changes, and that is why we dare, fail, and sometimes achieve incredible successes.
We are currently looking for a Product Development Scientist for our NotCo B2B Research & Development located in San Francisco, California, requiring an active on-site presence. This position will report to our R&D Sr. Team Lead and the incumbent will work cross-functionally to ensure R&D activities are successfully deployed locally.
Responsible for the:
Independently conducts day-to-day product development activities as directed by the manager across multiple projects. This includes supporting activities related to the full product lifecycle process (from product concept to successful commercial launch as needed)and supporting process development, scale-up and technology transfer
Supports the design and execution of bench-top tests, pilot-plant trials and full-scale formulations to deliver high-quality food products that meet and exceed the sensory, cost, and other performance targets
Proactively proposes and uses sensory and analytical analysis to guide and validate the development process
Maintains detailed documentation, experiment tracking and outcomes, and documents finished goods and ingredient specifications
Provides feedback to project lead regarding relevant technical and process information
Communicates proactively and effectively with cross-functional teams, clearly articulating perspectives and trade-offs related to new product development goals
Utilizes NotCo's proprietary AI technology to develop and improve food products
Supports formula validation activities as well as process development, scale-up and technology transfer
Engages in client communications and workshops, bringing technical
Maintains detailed documentation across all R&D activities in a timely manner
Qualifications / Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Food Engineering, Food Science, Engineering in Biotechnology or a similar discipline.
2 + years of Food R&D experience is desired, preferably across both food and beverage categories.
Be agile, adaptable, and thrive in a dynamic and changing culture; works relentlessly to overachieve, anticipate obstacles, and create plans to overcome them.
Adapts easily to changing priorities and direction based on new project learnings and team priorities.
Demonstrated competency to effectively communicate (oral & written) cross-functionally with solid collaboration skills.
Comfortable in client-facing situations and able to communicate complex topics clearly and simply.
Excel in a startup environment, is excited to create new procedures and processes from scratch and has a strong entrepreneurial mindset.
Be a problem solver, have a general manager mindset, and take the initiative to get the job done
Possess strong planning, project management, and execution skills, and the ability to articulate where and how you have used them.
Rigorous data-driven/analytical capability and ability and presence to present data effectively to a leadership team
Work well in teams and cross-functional groups in a matrixed environment, both regionally and globally
Possesses strong computer skills, including a high level of proficiency in MS Office, specifically Excel
Authorization to work in the U.S. is required
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, including international travel and extended trips.
NotCo is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range for this role is $65,000 - $75,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
QC Chemist
Associate scientist job in Temecula, CA
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.JOB DESCRIPTION:
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and family, be your true self and live a full life. You'll also have access to:
Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.
Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor's degree.
A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries around the world and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as a best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
The Opportunity
Our location in Temecula, CA currently has an opportunity for a QC Chemist.
THIS IS AN ON-SITE DAILY POSITION
The Opportunity
This position works out of our Temecula, CA location in the Abbott Vascular Division. Our medical devices help more than 10,000 people have healthier hearts, improve quality of life for thousands of people living with chronic pain and movement disorders, and liberate more than 500,000 people with diabetes from routine fingersticks. Abbott Vascular provides innovative, minimally invasive, and cost-effective products for treatment of vascular disease.
What You'll Work On
Support raw material, in-process material, and finished product lot release, stability studies, engineering evaluations, and any relevant investigation by performing required analytical testing under the GMP environment.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs routine analysis using approved test methods in a timely manner.
Prioritizes assigned workload to meet the customer's needs.
Maintains current status on all training requirements and supports training activities for other laboratory personnel.
Understands and follows GMP requirements with respect to laboratory operation, testing, results generation, and documentation.
Carries out change requests/change controls as needed and be able to provide necessary explanations or justifications to the change.
Recognizes OOS, OOT, and exception events.
Initiates and conducts investigation under the supervision of senior laboratory staff.
Carries out method development, validation, verification, and transfer by following established protocols whenever required.
Prepares technical protocols and reports as needed under general supervision.
Maintains a safe working environment in accordance with established procedures and requirements.
Cultivates a wide range of internal networks and begins to develop an extensive external network of resources to facilitate completion of tasks.
May lead a project team of moderate scope.
Provides guidance to less experienced staff.
Acts as a mentor to lower level individual contributors.
Influence exerted at peer level and occasionally at first levels of management.
Plans, organizes, and prioritizes own daily work routine to meet established schedule.
Exercises authority and judgment within defined limits to determine appropriate action.
Failure to achieve results or erroneous decisions or recommendations may cause delays in program schedules and may result in the allocation of additional resources.
Required Qualifications
Education
Bachelors Degree or Masters Degree OR an equivalent combination of education and work experience
2-5+ years of related work experience with a good understanding of specified functional area.
Working technical knowledge and application of concepts, practices and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
Basic knowledge of cGMP and quality system environment
Experience with wet chemistry, ICP-OES or chromatography (HPLC, GC or GPC)
Familiar with LIMS
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: **********************
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
Connect with us at *************** on Facebook at *********************** and on Twitter @AbbottNews.
The base pay for this position is
$60,000.00 - $120,000.00
In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
JOB FAMILY:Operations QualityDIVISION:AVD VascularLOCATION:United States > Temecula : Building E - TEADDITIONAL LOCATIONS:WORK SHIFT:StandardTRAVEL:NoMEDICAL SURVEILLANCE:Not ApplicableSIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES:Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Keyboard use (greater or equal to 50% of the workday) Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.EEO is the Law link - English: ************************************************************ EEO is the Law link - Espanol: ************************************************************
Auto-Applyresearch scientist - RL
Associate scientist job in San Jose, CA
Join a Leading Applied Research Lab Pushing the Boundaries of Reinforcement Learning
Are you passionate about advancing the frontiers of reinforcement learning (RL)? An innovative AI research lab is seeking talented and ambitious scientists to shape the next generation of RL techniques-especially where they intersect with large models and environment generation.
About the Role
As an AI Research Scientist focused on RL, you will:
Develop novel optimization-based methods for automated RL environment generation
Establish baselines for evaluating the quality and diversity of RL environments
Design infrastructure to create dynamic environments from historical datasets and agent evaluations
Drive your own research agenda, contributing directly to the progress of our platform and the broader AI community
What We're Looking For
PhD (or equivalent experience) in machine learning, computer science or a related field
Strong publication record and/or evidence of research impact (open source, deployed systems, etc.)
Deep expertise in reinforcement learning and machine learning fundamentals
Proficient in Python and at least one modern ML framework (such as PyTorch or JAX)
Bonus Points
Experience with post-training large language models (LLMs)
Demonstrated software engineering skills
Ability to communicate research findings effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
Research Scientist
Associate scientist job in Santa Rosa, CA
We're working with a San Francisco client that's got a research team of 50~ professionals and looking to further expand it. They are specifically looking to flesh out their Research Group by hiring a Research Scientist on a hybrid basis.
They have seen $300M in a recent fund raise.
Skills targeted:
PhD in Physics/ Quantum Physics/ Theory/ Statistics/ Mathematics/ Computational Science or similarly related field.
2+ YoE working with AI Agents.
Good exposure to LLMs.
Ideally a background in Audio focused research. Alternatively Search, would also be highly advantageous.
TC package of $1-1,5M with sizeable base salary & equity package.
If that looks of interest, apply & Goliath will be in touch!
Research Scientist - Data
Associate scientist job in San Jose, CA
⚡ Research Scientist - Data focus
💊 Foundation Models, AI Research Institute
🌎 San Francisco Bay Area, USA
💸 $200,000 - $350,000 salary + bonus
Come join a revolutionary AI research lab in SF Bay Area that is poised to develop & publish high-impact breakthroughs in GenAI - across LLMs and Multimodal AI.
As part of the team, you'll work at the intersection of data, large-scale training, and foundation model innovation. You will collaborate with world-class researchers, data scientists, and engineers to solve critical challenges in creating robust, scalable, and reasoning-capable LLMs. Your research will shape the way data is curated, processed, and leveraged to train the next generation of intelligent systems.
Responsibilities:
Lead research on data-centric approaches for LLMs, including pretraining corpus design, data valuation, and speculative decoding strategies.
Develop pipelines to process challenging data sources into structured and reproducible training datasets.
Build and optimize agentic data pipelines, integrating retrieval, self-curation, and multi-agent feedback for high-quality training and evaluation data.
Collaborate with researchers on alignment and reasoning-focused training that leverage data-driven approaches for improving LLM capabilities.
Prototype and deploy evaluation frameworks to measure data quality, coverage, and downstream impact on LLM reasoning.
Publish findings at top-tier venues (e.g., NeurIPS, ICLR, ACL, EMNLP) and represent the institute at international conferences.
Contribute to open-source tools, datasets, and benchmarks that advance the global foundation model research community.
Requirements:
Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related technical field (PhD strongly preferred)
Experience collecting and curating high-quality text data including multi-lingual data.
Hands-on experience with large-scale dataset curation and preprocessing for ML/LLM training.
Prior works synthesizing complex datasets. Code, math, and agentic data are higher priority
Experience with ML infrastructure for scalable training, evaluation, and debugging.
Experience at the intersection of data and post-training (RL/SFT)
Proven ability to independently drive research questions related to data quality, scaling, or reasoning.
Preferred Experience:
Experience with retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), agentic data pipelines, or reasoning benchmarks.
Contributions to speculative decoding, self-curation, or reinforcement learning from synthetic data.
Background in knowledge graphs, semantic search, or indexing systems.
Strong publication record in leading AI conferences.
Prior contributions to open-source ML data tools or benchmarks.
Prior work on speculative decoding/contributions to LLM serving engines
Prior work on training LLM-as-a-judge
Deep expertise with tokenization/training tokenizers
Why apply:
Opportunity to build out a new division at the forefront of AI innovation
FAANG competitive salary & package
Work alongside superstars from FAANG labs & leading AI companies
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Relocation package available
🌎 San Francisco Bay Area, USA
📧 Interested in applying? Please click on the ‘Easy Apply' button or alternatively email me your resume at
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Research Associate III/ Senior Research Associate (Biodesigner), Assay Development / Bioanalytical Development
Associate scientist job in San Francisco, CA
Amber Bio is a biotechnology company pioneering new gene editing modalities using multi-kilobase edits to reach previously undruggable patient populations. Founded by pioneers in the CRISPR field from leading institutions for gene editing research, the company is developing a first-of-its-kind RNA editing platform that can correct thousands of bases at once, thereby correcting genetic mutations safely and reversibly. If you are interested in building a new frontier in genetic medicine, we welcome you to apply.
Job Description: Research Associate III/ Senior Research Associate (Biodesigner), Assay Development / Bioanalytical Development
Position Overview: The Research Associate III/ Senior Research Associate in Assay Development and Bioanalytical Development will play a critical role in the development, qualification, and validation of bioanalytical methods to support our RNA editing programs. The successful candidate will work under the guidance of an assay development scientist to develop custom assays for the analysis of samples, including AAVs, cells, and tissues. This role also involves drafting key documents such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and method development reports.
Key Responsibilities:
Method Development, Qualification, and Validation:
Support the development, qualification, and validation of bioanalytical methods in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
Develop, optimize, and execute robust bioanalytical methods for the characterization, release, and stability testing of Amber's gene therapy.
Sample Analysis:
Support drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion studies.
Perform analysis of AAVs, cells, and tissues to support various stages of research and development.
Lead efforts to streamline and optimize sample storage and processing, as well as establishing and maintaining critical reagent stocks and cell banks.
Documentation Reporting:
Draft and review key documents such as SOPs, method development, and sample analysis reports.
Maintain accurate and detailed records of all experiments and analyses.
Collaboration & Communication
Collaborate with manufacturing and preclinical teams to support pipeline needs.
Communicate and present findings clearly to internal stakeholders.
Qualifications:
B.A./B.S. or M.S. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in bioanalytical and assay development in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
Demonstrated strong proficiency in a wide range of molecular biology techniques such as molecular cloning, DNA/RNA extractions, RT-qPCR, dd PCR, and ELISA.
Experience with cell-based assays and detection methods such as fluorescence, luminescence, and ECL.
Hands-on experience using laboratory automated systems (e.g., liquid handlers, extraction robotics, etc.).
Background in RNA-based therapies is highly desirable.
Experience writing SOPs and reports supporting IND filings (e.g. development, qualification sample analysis reports, etc.)
Knowledge of FDA and ICH guidelines for method development, qualification, and validation.
Prior history in compiling and analyzing data and generating reports that are routinely presented to project teams.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Preference will be given to those who display:
High motivation, with a strong work ethic and dedication to generating impact.
Attention to detail, with the ability to extract deep insights from data.
Ability to go from ideation to data in an independent fashion.
Long-term personal vision with defined career goals.
Team-oriented thinking.
Demonstrated excellence in small team environments, including a “no task is too small” attitude.
If you have a passion for advancing gene editing technologies and desire to be part of a pioneering biotech company, we encourage you to apply and join our ambitious team.
Please apply directly through LinkedIn.
Amber Bio is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment for all employees.
Product Development Scientist
Associate scientist job in Santa Rosa, CA
We are a group of people united by a strong purpose.
We want you to get to know us, and Giuseppe, our very own artificial intelligence.
We love good food, but above all, we love the planet, and that's why, to protect it, we reinvent the food industry, one delicious bite at a time, elevating what we eat, through our technology and based on plants.
Our recipe has three mega-important components: science, technology, and of course, disruptive talents who work daily to create a better future.
At NotCo we are not and do not seek to be the perfect company, but rather the right one. We are here to produce changes, and that is why we dare, fail, and sometimes achieve incredible successes.
We are currently looking for a Product Development Scientist for our NotCo B2B Research & Development located in San Francisco, California, requiring an active on-site presence. This position will report to our R&D Sr. Team Lead and the incumbent will work cross-functionally to ensure R&D activities are successfully deployed locally.
Responsible for the:
Independently conducts day-to-day product development activities as directed by the manager across multiple projects. This includes supporting activities related to the full product lifecycle process (from product concept to successful commercial launch as needed)and supporting process development, scale-up and technology transfer
Supports the design and execution of bench-top tests, pilot-plant trials and full-scale formulations to deliver high-quality food products that meet and exceed the sensory, cost, and other performance targets
Proactively proposes and uses sensory and analytical analysis to guide and validate the development process
Maintains detailed documentation, experiment tracking and outcomes, and documents finished goods and ingredient specifications
Provides feedback to project lead regarding relevant technical and process information
Communicates proactively and effectively with cross-functional teams, clearly articulating perspectives and trade-offs related to new product development goals
Utilizes NotCo's proprietary AI technology to develop and improve food products
Supports formula validation activities as well as process development, scale-up and technology transfer
Engages in client communications and workshops, bringing technical
Maintains detailed documentation across all R&D activities in a timely manner
Qualifications / Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Food Engineering, Food Science, Engineering in Biotechnology or a similar discipline.
2 + years of Food R&D experience is desired, preferably across both food and beverage categories.
Be agile, adaptable, and thrive in a dynamic and changing culture; works relentlessly to overachieve, anticipate obstacles, and create plans to overcome them.
Adapts easily to changing priorities and direction based on new project learnings and team priorities.
Demonstrated competency to effectively communicate (oral & written) cross-functionally with solid collaboration skills.
Comfortable in client-facing situations and able to communicate complex topics clearly and simply.
Excel in a startup environment, is excited to create new procedures and processes from scratch and has a strong entrepreneurial mindset.
Be a problem solver, have a general manager mindset, and take the initiative to get the job done
Possess strong planning, project management, and execution skills, and the ability to articulate where and how you have used them.
Rigorous data-driven/analytical capability and ability and presence to present data effectively to a leadership team
Work well in teams and cross-functional groups in a matrixed environment, both regionally and globally
Possesses strong computer skills, including a high level of proficiency in MS Office, specifically Excel
Authorization to work in the U.S. is required
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, including international travel and extended trips.
NotCo is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range for this role is $65,000 - $75,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Food Technologist
Associate scientist job in Vista, CA
This is a full-time, on-site position in our Vista, CA office. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer visa sponsorship at this time.
At M2 Ingredients, we're passionate about our mission to harness the amazing power of mushrooms for healthier lives.
We are the leading vertically integrated organic functional mushroom solution provider in the Western Hemisphere. From spore to solution, we grow our portfolio of functional mushrooms in a state-of-the-art indoor facility in Vista, California-ensuring consistency, purity, and quality at every stage.
Since 2010, we've partnered with some of the most innovative global brands in the supplement, beverage, and food industries, providing functional mushroom ingredients that deliver real results. Our founders-Dr. Sandra Carter, a health and wellness expert with a PhD in preventative medicine, and Steve Farrar, a mycologist with over 30 years of cultivation experience-remain actively involved in the business and continue to shape the future of functional wellness.
Join us and be part of a team that's redefining how the world experiences mushrooms-backed by science, driven by purpose, and committed to quality.
Position Summary
The Food Technologist will work closely with the M2 Ingredients Sales Team and New Product Development Team to create and validate novel functional mushroom ingredient products. This role requires a hands-on, solutions-focused scientist who is both creative and technically strong. The ideal candidate is passionate about innovation, thinks abstractly, and enjoys solving complex formulation challenges across a variety of product categories.
The Food Technologist will perform duties in accordance with industry specific regulations, Global Food Safety Initiative Standards, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points Certification, Good Manufacturing Practices, Standard Operating Procedures, Quality Standards, performance expectations as well as Workplace Health and Safety Policies and Procedures.
The Food Technologist plays a key role in supporting changes and improvements in performance, food safety and quality. Partnering with Scientific Affairs and cross functional fields, the Food Scientist will support overall food safety and quality culture ensuring Safe & Quality Products.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Collaborate with M2 Ingredient's new product development team and external processors to develop innovative functional mushroom ingredients
Develop and deliver high-quality product prototypes to support strategic sales opportunities and customer sampling requests
Design and execute experiments to validate functionality and stability of mushroom materials in various finished product applications
Maintain detailed formulation records and experimental data, including version control and compliance with regulatory standards
Present formulation outcomes and recommendations to internal scientific and cross-functional teams
Collaborate with external co-manufacturers and suppliers to support commercialization projects
Source ingredients, manage sample inventory, and document all formulations and testing outcomes
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree (BSc) in Food Science, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline
3-5 years of hands-on formulation experience in food, beverage, or natural supplements
Demonstrated experience with a variety of formats such as ready-to-drink (RTD), ready-to-mix (RTM), bars, confections, and cosmetics/personal care
Experience managing relationships with external manufacturers or development partners
Strong knowledge of food safety standards and regulatory frameworks (e.g., FDA cGMP, HACCP, BRCGS)
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain scientific concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Experience with commercial extraction processes is a plus
Experience with enzymatic digestion is a plus
Why You'll Love Working Here
We believe our people are our greatest ingredient, and we're proud to offer a benefits package that supports your health, your life, and your future. When you join M2 Ingredients, you're joining a company that invests in you.
Here's what you can expect:
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Paid Parental/ Maternity Leave
Long-Term Disability Coverage
Company-Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance Options
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) with Company Contribution
At M2 Ingredients, wellness isn't just something we create-it's something we live.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
This full-time role will receive a competitive salary + benefits, including medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401k match. This position's anticipated annual pay range is $85,000 to $105,000 plus a 10% bonus. Equity incentives also will be considered. Various factors are considered when determining an individual's compensation-including a candidate's professional background, education, certifications, experience, professional licenses, and location. Final offer amounts may vary from the amounts listed. We neither ask for nor consider the salary history of applicants.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Lab Tech Sr.
Associate scientist job in Temecula, CA
Title: Lab Tech Sr.
Duration: 12 Month
100% Onsite
Responsibilities:
Conduct sterilization qualification for new products and/or changes to existing products.
Performs sterilization validation for radiation sterilized products including dose setting and quarterly dose audits.
Performs sterilization validation for ethylene oxide sterilized products including new product qualification, annual revalidations, residual EO studies, and D-value studies.
Conducts dose audit failure investigations.
Conducts Ethylene Oxide Biological indicator sterility positive investigation. EDUCATION AND
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in related field or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
0-2 years of related work experience with a basic understanding of specified functional area.
Basic technical knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures.
Limited understanding of business unit/group function.
Will perform this job in a quality system environment.
Failure to adequately perform tasks can result in noncompliance with governmental regulations.
Learns to use professional concepts and company policies and procedures to solve routine problems.
Works on problems of limited scope.
Conducts chemical and physical laboratory tests and makes qualitative analysis of materials, liquids, and gases.
May also set up laboratory equipment and instrumentation required for the tests, research or process control.
Must possess diploma or degree at the Associate or Bachelor level and 1+ years experience.
Consultants Eligible Benefits Upon Waiting Period:
Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Health Savings Account (for High Deductible Health Plans)
Flexible Spending Accounts (Health, Limited Purpose, Dependent Care, Commuter Parking and Commuter Transit)
Supplemental Life Insurance
Short Term Disability (coverage varies by state)
Long Term Disability
Critical Illness, Hospital coverage, Accident Insurance
MetLife Legal, MetLife ID Fraud, and MetLife Pet Insurance
401(k)
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritional and branded generic medicines.
Working together, Abbott and Talent Solutions partner to deliver top talent for contingent roles at Abbott, building better and healthier lives. Abbott believes all employees are essential to creating life-changing breakthroughs, performing key duties to create life-changing breakthroughs.
Research Associate III/ Senior Research Associate (Biodesigner), Assay Development / Bioanalytical Development
Associate scientist job in Santa Rosa, CA
Amber Bio is a biotechnology company pioneering new gene editing modalities using multi-kilobase edits to reach previously undruggable patient populations. Founded by pioneers in the CRISPR field from leading institutions for gene editing research, the company is developing a first-of-its-kind RNA editing platform that can correct thousands of bases at once, thereby correcting genetic mutations safely and reversibly. If you are interested in building a new frontier in genetic medicine, we welcome you to apply.
Job Description: Research Associate III/ Senior Research Associate (Biodesigner), Assay Development / Bioanalytical Development
Position Overview: The Research Associate III/ Senior Research Associate in Assay Development and Bioanalytical Development will play a critical role in the development, qualification, and validation of bioanalytical methods to support our RNA editing programs. The successful candidate will work under the guidance of an assay development scientist to develop custom assays for the analysis of samples, including AAVs, cells, and tissues. This role also involves drafting key documents such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and method development reports.
Key Responsibilities:
Method Development, Qualification, and Validation:
Support the development, qualification, and validation of bioanalytical methods in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
Develop, optimize, and execute robust bioanalytical methods for the characterization, release, and stability testing of Amber's gene therapy.
Sample Analysis:
Support drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion studies.
Perform analysis of AAVs, cells, and tissues to support various stages of research and development.
Lead efforts to streamline and optimize sample storage and processing, as well as establishing and maintaining critical reagent stocks and cell banks.
Documentation Reporting:
Draft and review key documents such as SOPs, method development, and sample analysis reports.
Maintain accurate and detailed records of all experiments and analyses.
Collaboration & Communication
Collaborate with manufacturing and preclinical teams to support pipeline needs.
Communicate and present findings clearly to internal stakeholders.
Qualifications:
B.A./B.S. or M.S. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in bioanalytical and assay development in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
Demonstrated strong proficiency in a wide range of molecular biology techniques such as molecular cloning, DNA/RNA extractions, RT-qPCR, dd PCR, and ELISA.
Experience with cell-based assays and detection methods such as fluorescence, luminescence, and ECL.
Hands-on experience using laboratory automated systems (e.g., liquid handlers, extraction robotics, etc.).
Background in RNA-based therapies is highly desirable.
Experience writing SOPs and reports supporting IND filings (e.g. development, qualification sample analysis reports, etc.)
Knowledge of FDA and ICH guidelines for method development, qualification, and validation.
Prior history in compiling and analyzing data and generating reports that are routinely presented to project teams.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Preference will be given to those who display:
High motivation, with a strong work ethic and dedication to generating impact.
Attention to detail, with the ability to extract deep insights from data.
Ability to go from ideation to data in an independent fashion.
Long-term personal vision with defined career goals.
Team-oriented thinking.
Demonstrated excellence in small team environments, including a “no task is too small” attitude.
If you have a passion for advancing gene editing technologies and desire to be part of a pioneering biotech company, we encourage you to apply and join our ambitious team.
Please apply directly through LinkedIn.
Amber Bio is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment for all employees.
Product Development Scientist
Associate scientist job in Fremont, CA
We are a group of people united by a strong purpose.
We want you to get to know us, and Giuseppe, our very own artificial intelligence.
We love good food, but above all, we love the planet, and that's why, to protect it, we reinvent the food industry, one delicious bite at a time, elevating what we eat, through our technology and based on plants.
Our recipe has three mega-important components: science, technology, and of course, disruptive talents who work daily to create a better future.
At NotCo we are not and do not seek to be the perfect company, but rather the right one. We are here to produce changes, and that is why we dare, fail, and sometimes achieve incredible successes.
We are currently looking for a Product Development Scientist for our NotCo B2B Research & Development located in San Francisco, California, requiring an active on-site presence. This position will report to our R&D Sr. Team Lead and the incumbent will work cross-functionally to ensure R&D activities are successfully deployed locally.
Responsible for the:
Independently conducts day-to-day product development activities as directed by the manager across multiple projects. This includes supporting activities related to the full product lifecycle process (from product concept to successful commercial launch as needed)and supporting process development, scale-up and technology transfer
Supports the design and execution of bench-top tests, pilot-plant trials and full-scale formulations to deliver high-quality food products that meet and exceed the sensory, cost, and other performance targets
Proactively proposes and uses sensory and analytical analysis to guide and validate the development process
Maintains detailed documentation, experiment tracking and outcomes, and documents finished goods and ingredient specifications
Provides feedback to project lead regarding relevant technical and process information
Communicates proactively and effectively with cross-functional teams, clearly articulating perspectives and trade-offs related to new product development goals
Utilizes NotCo's proprietary AI technology to develop and improve food products
Supports formula validation activities as well as process development, scale-up and technology transfer
Engages in client communications and workshops, bringing technical
Maintains detailed documentation across all R&D activities in a timely manner
Qualifications / Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Food Engineering, Food Science, Engineering in Biotechnology or a similar discipline.
2 + years of Food R&D experience is desired, preferably across both food and beverage categories.
Be agile, adaptable, and thrive in a dynamic and changing culture; works relentlessly to overachieve, anticipate obstacles, and create plans to overcome them.
Adapts easily to changing priorities and direction based on new project learnings and team priorities.
Demonstrated competency to effectively communicate (oral & written) cross-functionally with solid collaboration skills.
Comfortable in client-facing situations and able to communicate complex topics clearly and simply.
Excel in a startup environment, is excited to create new procedures and processes from scratch and has a strong entrepreneurial mindset.
Be a problem solver, have a general manager mindset, and take the initiative to get the job done
Possess strong planning, project management, and execution skills, and the ability to articulate where and how you have used them.
Rigorous data-driven/analytical capability and ability and presence to present data effectively to a leadership team
Work well in teams and cross-functional groups in a matrixed environment, both regionally and globally
Possesses strong computer skills, including a high level of proficiency in MS Office, specifically Excel
Authorization to work in the U.S. is required
Ability to travel up to 50% of the time, including international travel and extended trips.
NotCo is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range for this role is $65,000 - $75,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.