Research internship jobs in Los Osos, CA

Research Scientist We're representing a cutting-edge AI organization building autonomous systems that can reason, plan, and interact with the physical world. This is a chance to join a small, elite research team pushing the frontier of LLM-driven autonomy. ⭐ The Opportunity You'll lead research that powers intelligent agents capable of long-horizon reasoning, structured tool-use, and real-world decision-making. This is deep ML research with immediate, tangible impact. What You'll Work On Building LLM reasoning and planning frameworks Designing structured tool-use, memory, reflection, and multi-step workflows Developing safe, robust policies for autonomous systems Training and evaluating models across real engineering and scientific tasks Collaborating with systems, simulation, and infrastructure experts What We're Looking For Strong research background in LLMs, reasoning, or agents Experience with SFT, RLHF/DPO, verifier-guided RL, or related training techniques Ability to design and evaluate long-horizon behaviors Comfort working in a fast, interdisciplinary R&D environment Why Join Build models that control real physical-world systems, NOT just simulations Massive scope for autonomy, creativity, and impact Competitive compensation + meaningful ownership

SUPERCOMPUTING AI LAB W/ MULTIMODAL GENERAL AGENT AI STARTUP - SERIES A $1.2B VALUATION Goliath Partners has exclusively teamed up with an early stage startup AI Lab in SF currently valued at over $1B just after announcing their Series A. The firm has fundamental research bets on next-gen model architectures for long term memory and continual learning. Have lots of GPUs and are planning to get to frontier soon on the model side. Funding wise, their Series A was led by none other than Jann Tallinn. Jann has only led two other Series A's in the past - DeepMind and Anthropic! The team includes ex-DeepMind, Nvidia, Anthropic and Twitter professionals, and they are operating at the cutting edge of the AI space. They're hiring an ML Research Engineer to: Design and implement autonomous agents that can code, reason, and self-verify across real software environments Build full-stack infrastructure for prompt routing, task planning, retrieval, and sandboxed execution Apply post-training techniques (SFT, DPO, RLHF) and build eval benchmarks for multi-step reasoning and coding tasks Total Comp: $300-325k from a base perspective. Equity will also be involved at anywhere from .1% - 1% (equaling $1-10M in equity). If this sounds interesting, I'd love to share more. Please apply with an updated copy of your resume and Goliath will get in touch!

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: High-Throughput Screening Research Associate II, III (Biodesigner II, III) Responsibilities: Perform massively parallel reporter assays and high-throughput screens across diverse cellular contexts using cellular and molecular readouts. Develop and execute molecular biology workflows such as vector design and cloning, DNA/RNA extraction, RT-PCR, qPCR, and next-generation sequencing. Support cell culture activities and experiments in multiple cell lines, at small and large scales. Design and execute cell-based assays (AAV/lentiviral transduction, transfection, flow cytometry, immunostaining, and other plate reader assays). Engineer and characterize cell-based systems using synthetic biology tools and techniques. Conduct and troubleshoot experiments, independently and in collaboration with colleagues, to optimize screening throughput, sensitivity, and specificity. Proactively troubleshoot technical issues and recommend potential corrective actions based on personal observations and literature searches. Prepare summaries of data and present internally to colleagues and management. Draft SOPs, follow protocols, diligently document experimental data in lab notebooks, and organize and maintain electronic work records. Author scientific reports and data summaries. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals, bridging early discovery with high-throughput screens to nominate and optimize candidates for further characterization. Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, or a related field. At least 2 years of industry wet lab experience. Mammalian cell culture experience (culturing, transfecting and transducing cells, and DNA/RNA purification from cells). Molecular biology expertise (vector design and cloning, qPCR, primer and probe design, DNA/RNA extraction workflows) Critical thinker with excellent communication skills who thrives in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced team environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Preference will be given to those who display: High throughput screening assay development in an industry setting. High motivation, with a strong work ethic and dedication to generating impact. Attention to detail, with the ability to extract deep insights from data. First-principles thinking, and an ability to refine one's intuition based on additional data. Ability to go from ideation to data in an independent fashion. Long-term personal vision with defined career goals. High EQ with team-oriented thinking. Experience with pooled, high-throughput screens using next-generation sequencing-based readouts, and/or preparing screening plasmid libraries from synthesized oligo arrays. Experience with CRISPR-Cas systems and/or gene editing and delivery technologies. Experience preparing next-generation sequencing libraries (Illumina, PacBio, and/or Nanopore platforms). 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.

Title: Research Associate - Cell Image Analysis Duration: 12-18 months Part time: 20 hours weekly - flexible shift but needs to work within business hours. Hybrid - can be flexible on days that they are working in office. Job Posting Description Join an interdisciplinary team within Client CTO organization to develop cutting-edge AI image analysis software solutions. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in cell biology to: This is a part-time (50%) hybrid position based in Santa Clara, CA. Select, classify, annotate, and correct mammalian cell imaging data to support the development and improvement of AI image analysis tools. Collaborate closely with software engineers and scientists to assess tool performance and identify areas for enhancement. Assist with data transfer, organization, and tracking to ensure smooth workflow. Document and communicate findings clearly to team members through written reports and oral presentations. Preferred: B.S./B.A. in Biology, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, or equivalent. Hands-on research experience in cell biology, including mammalian cell culture. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Demonstrated attention to detail. Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office. Solid data analysis capabilities and experience with Excel. Proficiency in optical microscopy or automated cell imaging of mammalian cells. Experience with MATLAB and basic scripting. Prior industrial research experience.

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The Bailey College of Science and Mathematics at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo is seeking a Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the area of Biological Sciences. The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will work with Dr. Emily Taylor. The research focuses on snake behavior, human-wildlife conflict, and community science. In addition, the Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellow will help mentor undergraduate and graduate students and will have the opportunity to teach classes by separate assignment as a part-time lecturer. This position will begin Summer or Fall 2026 according to candidate's availability. The term of employment is one-year, with a second-year possible based on performance and funding. The annual salary for this position is anticipated to be between $68,004, with full benefits, plus a travel allowance. This position is supplemented by separate assignment pay as a part-time lecturer for the teaching assignments. Specific responsibilities will include: Manage and lead community science-informed research on snake behavior, human-wildlife conflict, and the sociology of human-rattlesnake interactions via the community science platform Project RattleCam (www.RattleCam.org). Propose and conduct research projects based on the laboratory's earlier work on rattlesnake behavior and conservation biology. Propose and write manuscripts based on the conducted research. Work with mentors in developing research project goals, including writing manuscripts and grant applications. Participate in professional development activities, including attending national conferences. Directly supervise research staff, including undergraduate and graduate students. Receive mentorship and training in effective teaching practices and teach at least 1 undergraduate course during the fellowship under the mentorship of experienced faculty (paid by additional assignment as a part-time lecturer). Required Qualifications Doctoral degree in biology, sociology, or a closely related field. Desire to learn new skills and work in teams including students, researchers, and faculty. Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and statistical software such as R. Experience with writing peer-reviewed scientific articles. Ability to prioritize, plan, organize, and meet timelines. Ability to lead others in managing tasks; train and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationship with others. Excellent verbal and written skills and the ability to interface with all levels of staff, university community, including students, faculty and staff, and the public. Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance. About the Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellow Program The Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellowship program is designed to allow recent Ph.D. graduates gain valuable experience in both research and teaching. Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellows will have the time, space, and support to build an impactful line of research and gain experience in mentoring undergraduate students within research and teaching contexts. Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellows will be mentored by experienced faculty and have opportunities to engage in research and teaching in a vibrant, supportive scholarly community. Research Fellows will develop critical research skills as well as learn to mentor undergraduates and integrate research in undergraduate teaching. These experiences will be invaluable to postdoctoral candidates seeking to make progress toward research and teaching careers in academia. The program is part of a larger vision spurred by William and Linda Frost, whose $110 million commitment to the College of Science and Mathematics is supporting undergraduate research so that many more students will engage in meaningful research and have the same transformational experience of discovery Mr. Frost had as a student at Cal Poly. The Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellowship is a key component of a strategy to elevate our already highly-regarded undergraduate science teaching and research programs to further renown. The Frost Fund also supports equipment, facilities, scholarships, and student and faculty support for research. About the University Founded in 1901, Cal Poly is one of only five comprehensive polytechnic universities in the nation, with approximately 22,000 undergraduates, 120 postbaccalaureate, and 900 graduate students. In 2023, Cal Poly not only marked its 29th year in a row as the #1 public non-doctoral institution in the West but was designated for the first time as the #1 non-doctoral institution, private or public, in the West by U.S News & World Report. Also in 2023, Cal Poly was rated by Money Magazine as one of only 34 5-star universities in the country; it is the only California State University on this prestigious list, where it joins the California Institute of Technology, Stanford, and several University of California campuses. A primarily undergraduate university, Cal Poly offers academically focused students 66 baccalaureate degrees and 27 master's degrees. Operating on the semester calendar system starting Fall 2026, Cal Poly takes pride in its "Learn-by-Doing" approach to teaching and learning, which has characterized Cal Poly since its founding. One of the 23 campuses of the California State University system, Cal Poly has a statewide mandate as a polytechnic university. Cal Poly is one of the largest land-holding universities in the nation and uses all of its land holdings in active support of its educational programs. Cal Poly is located in historic San Luis Obispo, a city of 47,000, 12 miles from the Pacific Ocean and midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles on California's scenic Central Coast. With excellent public education resources, recreational facilities and an expanding dedication to the arts, the area is known for its scenic landscapes and extraordinarily temperate climate. Special Conditions The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought. Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community. For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community. In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California. This position classification has been defined as "Exempt" and is not subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo will not sponsor an H-1B for this position. Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all. How to Apply Interested candidates must attach (1) a cover letter explaining your background, interest in the project, and career goals following postdoctoral work,, (2) curriculum vitae, and (3) a statement of research experience and interests. These documents are not accepted in hard copy format. When completing the online faculty application, please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses. Official transcripts are required prior to appointment. Review of applications will begin January 12, 2026. Complete applications received after that date may be considered. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. For questions, please contact Dr. Emily Taylor (etaylor@calpoly.edu).

Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all. How to Apply Interested candidates must attach (1) a cover letter explaining your background, interest in the project, and career goals following postdoctoral work,, (2) curriculum vitae, and (3) a statement of research experience and interests. These documents are not accepted in hard copy format. When completing the online faculty application, please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses. Official transcripts are required prior to appointment. Review of applications will begin January 12, 2026. Complete applications received after that date may be considered. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. For questions, please contact Dr. Emily Taylor (*******************). Advertised: Dec 08 2025 Pacific Standard Time Applications close:

The Bailey College of Science and Mathematics at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo is seeking a Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the area of plant evolution and ecology. The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will work with Dr. Dena Grossenbacher in Biological Sciences. In addition, the Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellow will help mentor undergraduate and graduate students and will have the opportunity to teach classes by separate assignment as a part-time lecturer. This position will begin Summer or Fall 2026 according to candidate's availability. The term of employment is one-year, with a second-year possible based on performance and funding. The annual salary for this position is anticipated to be between $68,004, with full benefits, plus a travel allowance. This position is supplemented by separate assignment pay as a part-time lecturer for the teaching assignments. Specific responsibilities will include: * Contribute to on-going studies in any of the following research areas: flower color evolution in Leptosiphon, alpine species distribution shifts in response to warming in the Sierra Nevada, or serpentine adaptation and phylogenetics in monkeyflowers. * Propose and conduct research projects based on the laboratory's overall interests in plant ecology and evolution. * Propose and write manuscripts based on the conducted research. * Work with mentors in developing research project goals, including writing manuscripts and grant applications. * Participate in professional development activities, including attending national conferences. * Directly supervise research staff, including undergraduate and graduate students. * Receive mentorship and training in effective teaching practices and teach at least 1 undergraduate course during the fellowship under the mentorship of experienced faculty (paid by additional assignment as a part-time lecturer). Required Qualifications * Doctoral degree in biology or a closely related field. * Desire to learn new skills and work in teams including students, researchers, and faculty. * Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and statistical software such as R. * Experience with writing peer-reviewed scientific articles. * Ability to prioritize, plan, organize, and meet timelines. * Ability to lead others in managing tasks; train and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel. * Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationship with others. * Excellent verbal and written skills and the ability to interface with all levels of staff, university community, including students, faculty and staff, and the public. * Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance. About the Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellow Program The Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellowship program is designed to allow recent Ph.D. graduates gain valuable experience in both research and teaching. Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellows will have the time, space, and support to build an impactful line of research and gain experience in mentoring undergraduate students within research and teaching contexts. Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellows will be mentored by experienced faculty and have opportunities to engage in research and teaching in a vibrant, supportive scholarly community. Research Fellows will develop critical research skills as well as learn to mentor undergraduates and integrate research in undergraduate teaching. These experiences will be invaluable to postdoctoral candidates seeking to make progress toward research and teaching careers in academia. The program is part of a larger vision spurred by William and Linda Frost, whose $110 million commitment to the College of Science and Mathematics is supporting undergraduate research so that many more students will engage in meaningful research and have the same transformational experience of discovery Mr. Frost had as a student at Cal Poly. The Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellowship is a key component of a strategy to elevate our already highly-regarded undergraduate science teaching and research programs to further renown. The Frost Fund also supports equipment, facilities, scholarships, and student and faculty support for research. About the University Founded in 1901, Cal Poly is one of only five comprehensive polytechnic universities in the nation, with approximately 22,000 undergraduates, 120 postbaccalaureate, and 900 graduate students. In 2023, Cal Poly not only marked its 29th year in a row as the #1 public non-doctoral institution in the West but was designated for the first time as the #1 non-doctoral institution, private or public, in the West by U.S News & World Report. Also in 2023, Cal Poly was rated by Money Magazine as one of only 34 5-star universities in the country; it is the only California State University on this prestigious list, where it joins the California Institute of Technology, Stanford, and several University of California campuses. A primarily undergraduate university, Cal Poly offers academically focused students 66 baccalaureate degrees and 27 master's degrees. Operating on the semester calendar system starting Fall 2026, Cal Poly takes pride in its "Learn-by-Doing" approach to teaching and learning, which has characterized Cal Poly since its founding. One of the 23 campuses of the California State University system, Cal Poly has a statewide mandate as a polytechnic university. Cal Poly is one of the largest land-holding universities in the nation and uses all of its land holdings in active support of its educational programs. Cal Poly is located in historic San Luis Obispo, a city of 47,000, 12 miles from the Pacific Ocean and midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles on California's scenic Central Coast. With excellent public education resources, recreational facilities and an expanding dedication to the arts, the area is known for its scenic landscapes and extraordinarily temperate climate. Special Conditions The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought. Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community. For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community. In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California. This position classification has been defined as "Exempt" and is not subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo will not sponsor an H-1B for this position. Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all. How to Apply Interested candidates must attach (1) a cover letter explaining your background, interest in the project, and career goals following postdoctoral work,, (2) curriculum vitae, and (3) a statement of research experience and interests. These documents are not accepted in hard copy format. When completing the online faculty application, please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses. Official transcripts are required prior to appointment. Review of applications will begin January 12, 2026. Complete applications received after that date may be considered. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. For questions, please contact Dr. Dena Grossenbacher (********************).

The County of San Luis Obispo has an exciting opportunity for you to join our team! We are looking for interns to gain hands-on experience by assisting with administrative and professional assignments in various departments throughout the County. Start your impactful career in public service and apply today! Student Internships at the County of San Luis Obispo provide current students with: * Valuable work experience to further their careers * Opportunities to expand their professional network * Personal and professional growth and development * Opportunity to serve the San Luis Obispo community in a meaningful way As the second largest employer in the area, the County is a great stepping stone to any career. Join our team to help create a safe, healthy, livable, prosperous, and well-governed community. The County has 26 different departments, all with possible internship opportunities that suit a variety of needs and interests. This application is a general internship application. Candidates will be connected with departments based on skills, interest, and knowledge in a related field. As such, be as specific as possible in the supplemental questions as to the education, skills, and experience you can bring as well as what you are seeking to achieve through a County internship. Distinguishing Characteristics This classification is used for temporary appointments only, to provide job training for regularly enrolled students, persons who have recently graduated from an accredited undergraduate or graduate program and are working to complete related licensure or certification requirements, persons who are participating in a supervised training program to meet licensure requirements of the State of California, or persons in approved vocational rehabilitation plans. Duties will vary widely based on the training assignment and department program needs. If you are interested in interning with a specific department, you may reach out to them directly. Click here to view detailed job description for Intern/Trainee. Click here to view a list of the County's departments. Note: Students looking for internship or fellowship opportunities with the Public Health Department - Please apply to the Public Health Fellow/Student Intern recruitment. Note: Students or Volunteers looking for internship or volunteer opportunities for the District Attorney's office - Please apply to the District Attorney's Office Student Intern/Volunteer recruitment. Please note that this is a continuous posting. Applications will be given to departments at their request, based on department need. Your application will be inactivated after six (6) months; however, you may re-apply to the posting. If additional information is required or if your application is accepted, you will receive an email. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of: the fundamentals of department program area. The ideal candidate will have the ability to: follow instructions, accept supervision; comprehend and digest training; maintain confidentiality of information; communicate effectively, verbally and in writing; establish and maintain harmonious and cooperative relationships with other county staff and the public. Education and Experience Appointments shall be made as a Vocational Rehabilitation Trainee or Intern: Vocational Rehabilitation Trainee: Person assigned to temporary employment with the County through an approved vocational rehabilitation plan. This plan shall have as its primary purpose the rehabilitation of an employee who has been disabled due to a work-related injury or limited in employment opportunities due to a handicap. The plan shall be submitted for approval to the State Division of Industrial Accidents, Rehabilitation Bureau, or, in the case of a program for the handicapped, to the funding agency. Intern: Person appointed to temporary employment with the County in a training position which compliments their ongoing education as a regularly enrolled student in an accredited school, who have recently graduated from an accredited undergraduate or graduate program and who are working to complete related licensure or certification requirements, or as a participant in a supervised training program to meet licensure requirements of the State of California. "Regularly enrolled" shall mean that the student is both currently enrolled and intends to continue that enrollment in the next regularly scheduled term. The training placement shall have the prior approval of the student's departmental advisor and both the student's continued enrollment and the training placement are subject to review by the Human Resources Director or designee. Licenses and Certificates Certain positions within this classification may require driving. When driving is an essential function of the position, a valid CALIFORNIA driver's license will be required at the time of appointment. This is a continuous recruitment; however, the posting can close at anytime without notice, therefore, prompt application is encouraged. Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca. Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application. An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews. Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process. If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at ***************. Confidential inquiries are welcomed. For further information regarding the County of San Luis Obispo, visit our website at ********************* To learn more about Internships, visit our website at Internships - County of San Luis Obispo. When applying, please attach: * A current class schedule, or a letter from you Admissions office, that includes your name, course dates (start/end date), and school information. This will fulfill proof of enrollment or proof of graduation. Existing law requires state agencies, when hiring for internships and student assistant positions, to give preference to a qualified applicant who is, or has been, a dependent child in foster care, a homeless youth, or a formerly incarcerated youth. For more information about this preference, please visit the link: Assembly Bill 2830. Note: Salary to be determined by the department. Note: Work hours cannot exceed a maximum of 960 hours per fiscal year.

SUPERCOMPUTING AI LAB W/ MULTIMODAL GENERAL AGENT AI STARTUP - SERIES A $1.2B VALUATION Goliath Partners has exclusively teamed up with an early stage startup AI Lab in SF currently valued at over $1B just after announcing their Series A. The firm has fundamental research bets on next-gen model architectures for long term memory and continual learning. Have lots of GPUs and are planning to get to frontier soon on the model side. Funding wise, their Series A was led by none other than Jann Tallinn. Jann has only led two other Series A's in the past - DeepMind and Anthropic! The team includes ex-DeepMind, Nvidia, Anthropic and Twitter professionals, and they are operating at the cutting edge of the AI space. They're hiring an ML Research Engineer to: Design and implement autonomous agents that can code, reason, and self-verify across real software environments Build full-stack infrastructure for prompt routing, task planning, retrieval, and sandboxed execution Apply post-training techniques (SFT, DPO, RLHF) and build eval benchmarks for multi-step reasoning and coding tasks Total Comp: $300-325k from a base perspective. Equity will also be involved at anywhere from .1% - 1% (equaling $1-10M in equity). If this sounds interesting, I'd love to share more. Please apply with an updated copy of your resume and Goliath will get in touch!

Role: Founding Applied Researcher Commitment: Full-Time, In Person Salary: up to $300k + 2% equity Must have previous AI/Multimodal/Generative systems experience About the Role Our client are building a fast-growing marketplace connecting elite creative talent award-winning artists, filmmakers, designers, and musicians with leading AI labs developing next-generation generative media models (e.g., state-of-the-art video, audio, and multimodal systems). A small, high-talent-density team with backgrounds from top universities and research-driven organizations, backed by founders and senior researchers from frontier AI labs and industry-leading research groups. They value initiative over instruction, autonomy over consensus, and reward exceptional talent with exceptional upside both in compensation and impact. Role Overview As a Founding Applied Researcher, you will design and build the next generation of generative media benchmarks evaluations that meaningfully push the boundaries of what foundation models can understand, generate, and perform. You will collaborate directly with researchers at frontier labs and fast-moving startups, helping define evaluation standards for multimodal and generative systems. This is a rare opportunity to own critical research efforts from day one, work on deeply novel challenges, and shape the direction of the field. What You'll Do Design, develop, and validate new benchmarks that test advanced real-world capabilities in generative media models Create novel evaluation methodologies, including dataset construction, task formulation, and scoring frameworks Collaborate closely with researchers at leading AI labs to identify gaps in existing evaluation pipelines and define new standards Prototype and iterate rapidly, balancing scientific rigor with practical constraints Influence research direction and help define best practices for a growing applied research organization What We're Looking For Academic & Research Background Master's degree or PhD in Machine Learning, NLP, Computer Science, or a related field Exceptional undergraduates with strong research track records are also encouraged to apply Demonstrated research excellence through publications at venues such as NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, ACL, EMNLP, CVPR, or similar Technical Skills Strong proficiency in Python for research, prototyping, and experimentation Experience with evaluation, benchmarking, or model analysis Familiarity with multimodal systems, generative models, or foundation model behavior is a plus Mindset & Attributes Strong initiative and comfort operating autonomously Eagerness to tackle open-ended problems with no established playbook Ability to collaborate with industry researchers and clearly communicate findings Compensation & Ownership Competitive equity package with true founding-level ownership Opportunity to define foundational research culture and influence product direction from inception

Research Scientist We're representing a cutting-edge AI organization building autonomous systems that can reason, plan, and interact with the physical world. This is a chance to join a small, elite research team pushing the frontier of LLM-driven autonomy. ⭐ The Opportunity You'll lead research that powers intelligent agents capable of long-horizon reasoning, structured tool-use, and real-world decision-making. This is deep ML research with immediate, tangible impact. What You'll Work On Building LLM reasoning and planning frameworks Designing structured tool-use, memory, reflection, and multi-step workflows Developing safe, robust policies for autonomous systems Training and evaluating models across real engineering and scientific tasks Collaborating with systems, simulation, and infrastructure experts What We're Looking For Strong research background in LLMs, reasoning, or agents Experience with SFT, RLHF/DPO, verifier-guided RL, or related training techniques Ability to design and evaluate long-horizon behaviors Comfort working in a fast, interdisciplinary R&D environment Why Join Build models that control real physical-world systems, NOT just simulations Massive scope for autonomy, creativity, and impact Competitive compensation + meaningful ownership

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: High-Throughput Screening Research Associate II, III (Biodesigner II, III) Responsibilities: Perform massively parallel reporter assays and high-throughput screens across diverse cellular contexts using cellular and molecular readouts. Develop and execute molecular biology workflows such as vector design and cloning, DNA/RNA extraction, RT-PCR, qPCR, and next-generation sequencing. Support cell culture activities and experiments in multiple cell lines, at small and large scales. Design and execute cell-based assays (AAV/lentiviral transduction, transfection, flow cytometry, immunostaining, and other plate reader assays). Engineer and characterize cell-based systems using synthetic biology tools and techniques. Conduct and troubleshoot experiments, independently and in collaboration with colleagues, to optimize screening throughput, sensitivity, and specificity. Proactively troubleshoot technical issues and recommend potential corrective actions based on personal observations and literature searches. Prepare summaries of data and present internally to colleagues and management. Draft SOPs, follow protocols, diligently document experimental data in lab notebooks, and organize and maintain electronic work records. Author scientific reports and data summaries. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals, bridging early discovery with high-throughput screens to nominate and optimize candidates for further characterization. Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, or a related field. At least 2 years of industry wet lab experience. Mammalian cell culture experience (culturing, transfecting and transducing cells, and DNA/RNA purification from cells). Molecular biology expertise (vector design and cloning, qPCR, primer and probe design, DNA/RNA extraction workflows) Critical thinker with excellent communication skills who thrives in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced team environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Preference will be given to those who display: High throughput screening assay development in an industry setting. High motivation, with a strong work ethic and dedication to generating impact. Attention to detail, with the ability to extract deep insights from data. First-principles thinking, and an ability to refine one's intuition based on additional data. Ability to go from ideation to data in an independent fashion. Long-term personal vision with defined career goals. High EQ with team-oriented thinking. Experience with pooled, high-throughput screens using next-generation sequencing-based readouts, and/or preparing screening plasmid libraries from synthesized oligo arrays. Experience with CRISPR-Cas systems and/or gene editing and delivery technologies. Experience preparing next-generation sequencing libraries (Illumina, PacBio, and/or Nanopore platforms). 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.

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Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all. How to Apply Interested candidates must attach (1) a cover letter explaining your background, interest in the project, and career goals following postdoctoral work,, (2) curriculum vitae, and (3) a statement of research experience and interests. These documents are not accepted in hard copy format. When completing the online faculty application, please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses. Official transcripts are required prior to appointment. Review of applications will begin January 12, 2026. Complete applications received after that date may be considered. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. For questions, please contact Dr. Dena Grossenbacher (********************). Advertised: Dec 08 2025 Pacific Standard Time Applications close:

The Bailey College of Science and Mathematics at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo is seeking a Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellow in the area of Biological Sciences. The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will work with Dr. Emily Taylor. The research focuses on snake behavior, human-wildlife conflict, and community science. In addition, the Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellow will help mentor undergraduate and graduate students and will have the opportunity to teach classes by separate assignment as a part-time lecturer. This position will begin Summer or Fall 2026 according to candidate's availability. The term of employment is one-year, with a second-year possible based on performance and funding. The annual salary for this position is anticipated to be between $68,004, with full benefits, plus a travel allowance. This position is supplemented by separate assignment pay as a part-time lecturer for the teaching assignments. Specific responsibilities will include: * Manage and lead community science-informed research on snake behavior, human-wildlife conflict, and the sociology of human-rattlesnake interactions via the community science platform Project RattleCam (******************* * Propose and conduct research projects based on the laboratory's earlier work on rattlesnake behavior and conservation biology. * Propose and write manuscripts based on the conducted research. * Work with mentors in developing research project goals, including writing manuscripts and grant applications. * Participate in professional development activities, including attending national conferences. * Directly supervise research staff, including undergraduate and graduate students. * Receive mentorship and training in effective teaching practices and teach at least 1 undergraduate course during the fellowship under the mentorship of experienced faculty (paid by additional assignment as a part-time lecturer). Required Qualifications * Doctoral degree in biology, sociology, or a closely related field. * Desire to learn new skills and work in teams including students, researchers, and faculty. * Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and statistical software such as R. * Experience with writing peer-reviewed scientific articles. * Ability to prioritize, plan, organize, and meet timelines. * Ability to lead others in managing tasks; train and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel. * Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationship with others. * Excellent verbal and written skills and the ability to interface with all levels of staff, university community, including students, faculty and staff, and the public. * Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance. About the Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellow Program The Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellowship program is designed to allow recent Ph.D. graduates gain valuable experience in both research and teaching. Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellows will have the time, space, and support to build an impactful line of research and gain experience in mentoring undergraduate students within research and teaching contexts. Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellows will be mentored by experienced faculty and have opportunities to engage in research and teaching in a vibrant, supportive scholarly community. Research Fellows will develop critical research skills as well as learn to mentor undergraduates and integrate research in undergraduate teaching. These experiences will be invaluable to postdoctoral candidates seeking to make progress toward research and teaching careers in academia. The program is part of a larger vision spurred by William and Linda Frost, whose $110 million commitment to the College of Science and Mathematics is supporting undergraduate research so that many more students will engage in meaningful research and have the same transformational experience of discovery Mr. Frost had as a student at Cal Poly. The Frost Postdoctoral Research Fellowship is a key component of a strategy to elevate our already highly-regarded undergraduate science teaching and research programs to further renown. The Frost Fund also supports equipment, facilities, scholarships, and student and faculty support for research. About the University Founded in 1901, Cal Poly is one of only five comprehensive polytechnic universities in the nation, with approximately 22,000 undergraduates, 120 postbaccalaureate, and 900 graduate students. In 2023, Cal Poly not only marked its 29th year in a row as the #1 public non-doctoral institution in the West but was designated for the first time as the #1 non-doctoral institution, private or public, in the West by U.S News & World Report. Also in 2023, Cal Poly was rated by Money Magazine as one of only 34 5-star universities in the country; it is the only California State University on this prestigious list, where it joins the California Institute of Technology, Stanford, and several University of California campuses. A primarily undergraduate university, Cal Poly offers academically focused students 66 baccalaureate degrees and 27 master's degrees. Operating on the semester calendar system starting Fall 2026, Cal Poly takes pride in its "Learn-by-Doing" approach to teaching and learning, which has characterized Cal Poly since its founding. One of the 23 campuses of the California State University system, Cal Poly has a statewide mandate as a polytechnic university. Cal Poly is one of the largest land-holding universities in the nation and uses all of its land holdings in active support of its educational programs. Cal Poly is located in historic San Luis Obispo, a city of 47,000, 12 miles from the Pacific Ocean and midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles on California's scenic Central Coast. With excellent public education resources, recreational facilities and an expanding dedication to the arts, the area is known for its scenic landscapes and extraordinarily temperate climate. Special Conditions The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment. Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Note: Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought. Please note: Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Cal Poly has designated as sensitive. Sensitive positions are those requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to Cal Poly or individuals in the university community. For health and well-being, Cal Poly is a smoke & tobacco-free campus. The university is committed to promoting a healthy environment for all members of our community. In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU related work outside of California. This position classification has been defined as "Exempt" and is not subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo will not sponsor an H-1B for this position. Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. Cal Poly complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices. Cal Poly is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At Cal Poly, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all. How to Apply Interested candidates must attach (1) a cover letter explaining your background, interest in the project, and career goals following postdoctoral work,, (2) curriculum vitae, and (3) a statement of research experience and interests. These documents are not accepted in hard copy format. When completing the online faculty application, please be prepared to provide three professional references with names and email addresses. Official transcripts are required prior to appointment. Review of applications will begin January 12, 2026. Complete applications received after that date may be considered. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. For questions, please contact Dr. Emily Taylor (*******************).

Role: Founding Applied Researcher Commitment: Full-Time, In Person Salary: up to $300k + 2% equity Must have previous AI/Multimodal/Generative systems experience About the Role Our client are building a fast-growing marketplace connecting elite creative talent award-winning artists, filmmakers, designers, and musicians with leading AI labs developing next-generation generative media models (e.g., state-of-the-art video, audio, and multimodal systems). A small, high-talent-density team with backgrounds from top universities and research-driven organizations, backed by founders and senior researchers from frontier AI labs and industry-leading research groups. They value initiative over instruction, autonomy over consensus, and reward exceptional talent with exceptional upside both in compensation and impact. Role Overview As a Founding Applied Researcher, you will design and build the next generation of generative media benchmarks evaluations that meaningfully push the boundaries of what foundation models can understand, generate, and perform. You will collaborate directly with researchers at frontier labs and fast-moving startups, helping define evaluation standards for multimodal and generative systems. This is a rare opportunity to own critical research efforts from day one, work on deeply novel challenges, and shape the direction of the field. What You'll Do Design, develop, and validate new benchmarks that test advanced real-world capabilities in generative media models Create novel evaluation methodologies, including dataset construction, task formulation, and scoring frameworks Collaborate closely with researchers at leading AI labs to identify gaps in existing evaluation pipelines and define new standards Prototype and iterate rapidly, balancing scientific rigor with practical constraints Influence research direction and help define best practices for a growing applied research organization What We're Looking For Academic & Research Background Master's degree or PhD in Machine Learning, NLP, Computer Science, or a related field Exceptional undergraduates with strong research track records are also encouraged to apply Demonstrated research excellence through publications at venues such as NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR, ACL, EMNLP, CVPR, or similar Technical Skills Strong proficiency in Python for research, prototyping, and experimentation Experience with evaluation, benchmarking, or model analysis Familiarity with multimodal systems, generative models, or foundation model behavior is a plus Mindset & Attributes Strong initiative and comfort operating autonomously Eagerness to tackle open-ended problems with no established playbook Ability to collaborate with industry researchers and clearly communicate findings Compensation & Ownership Competitive equity package with true founding-level ownership Opportunity to define foundational research culture and influence product direction from inception

Research Scientist We're representing a cutting-edge AI organization building autonomous systems that can reason, plan, and interact with the physical world. This is a chance to join a small, elite research team pushing the frontier of LLM-driven autonomy. ⭐ The Opportunity You'll lead research that powers intelligent agents capable of long-horizon reasoning, structured tool-use, and real-world decision-making. This is deep ML research with immediate, tangible impact. What You'll Work On Building LLM reasoning and planning frameworks Designing structured tool-use, memory, reflection, and multi-step workflows Developing safe, robust policies for autonomous systems Training and evaluating models across real engineering and scientific tasks Collaborating with systems, simulation, and infrastructure experts What We're Looking For Strong research background in LLMs, reasoning, or agents Experience with SFT, RLHF/DPO, verifier-guided RL, or related training techniques Ability to design and evaluate long-horizon behaviors Comfort working in a fast, interdisciplinary R&D environment Why Join Build models that control real physical-world systems, NOT just simulations Massive scope for autonomy, creativity, and impact Competitive compensation + meaningful ownership

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: High-Throughput Screening Research Associate II, III (Biodesigner II, III) Responsibilities: Perform massively parallel reporter assays and high-throughput screens across diverse cellular contexts using cellular and molecular readouts. Develop and execute molecular biology workflows such as vector design and cloning, DNA/RNA extraction, RT-PCR, qPCR, and next-generation sequencing. Support cell culture activities and experiments in multiple cell lines, at small and large scales. Design and execute cell-based assays (AAV/lentiviral transduction, transfection, flow cytometry, immunostaining, and other plate reader assays). Engineer and characterize cell-based systems using synthetic biology tools and techniques. Conduct and troubleshoot experiments, independently and in collaboration with colleagues, to optimize screening throughput, sensitivity, and specificity. Proactively troubleshoot technical issues and recommend potential corrective actions based on personal observations and literature searches. Prepare summaries of data and present internally to colleagues and management. Draft SOPs, follow protocols, diligently document experimental data in lab notebooks, and organize and maintain electronic work records. Author scientific reports and data summaries. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals, bridging early discovery with high-throughput screens to nominate and optimize candidates for further characterization. Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, or a related field. At least 2 years of industry wet lab experience. Mammalian cell culture experience (culturing, transfecting and transducing cells, and DNA/RNA purification from cells). Molecular biology expertise (vector design and cloning, qPCR, primer and probe design, DNA/RNA extraction workflows) Critical thinker with excellent communication skills who thrives in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced team environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Preference will be given to those who display: High throughput screening assay development in an industry setting. High motivation, with a strong work ethic and dedication to generating impact. Attention to detail, with the ability to extract deep insights from data. First-principles thinking, and an ability to refine one's intuition based on additional data. Ability to go from ideation to data in an independent fashion. Long-term personal vision with defined career goals. High EQ with team-oriented thinking. Experience with pooled, high-throughput screens using next-generation sequencing-based readouts, and/or preparing screening plasmid libraries from synthesized oligo arrays. Experience with CRISPR-Cas systems and/or gene editing and delivery technologies. Experience preparing next-generation sequencing libraries (Illumina, PacBio, and/or Nanopore platforms). 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.