COMPANY OVERVIEW
Kisbee Therapeutics is an early-stage, venture-backed biotech startup that is targeting apolipoproteins to develop novel therapeutic agents for neurodegenerative diseases. Our mission is to translate genetic and biochemical insights into therapies that promote brain health and repair.
This is a fantastic career opportunity within an early-stage company dedicated to advancing disruptive and ground-breaking technology with the promise to change the course of neurodegenerative disease for millions of patients.
POSITION SUMMARY
In pursuit of excellence, we eagerly invite a motivated and creative Research Associate II, Biochemistry with training and/or experience in protein biochemistry or bioengineering to join the Research and Development, Technical Operations team at Kisbee Therapeutics. In this role you will be an instrumental part of a team building out processes required for neurodegeneration therapeutics. The primary responsibilities will be to support the development of novel lipoprotein therapeutics through drug product process development and formulation. Don’t worry if you don’t meet all the requirements listed, we are committed to helping you grow and succeed!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Independent execution of experiments and analytical procedures including biochemical and biophysical characterization of in process samples, drug product development candidates, and in method development of these procedures.
- Perform experiments involving formulation screening and characterization of biologics-based drug candidates.
- Support the development of methods to create novel lipoprotein nanoparticles.
- Data analysis and maintenance of electronic notebook
- Operate in, train with, and support other teams in a cross-functional team structure
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
- Preferred BA/BS with 1-2+ years relevant work experience (including undergraduate research), or a master’s degree in biochemistry or similar field.
- Experience with one or more of the following basic biochemistry bench techniques: electrophoresis, protein quantitation, microplate reader assays, protein handling, sub- visible particle counting, HPLC, viscometry.
- Knowledge of basic biophysical techniques (such as circular dichroism, SEC-MALS, SPR, DLS) is preferred.
- Familiarity with separation techniques like preparative chromatography and/or TFF is a plus.
- Strong understanding of protein biochemistry required (undergraduate course work acceptable)
BENEFITS
All eligible employees receive a generous package that includes compensation, discretionary bonus, incentive stock options, the opportunity to participate in the Company’s health, dental, vision and 401k plans, life and disability insurance benefits, non-accrual paid time off, company holidays and winter company shut down! We embrace diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with disabilities during the application process, interviews, and while performing essential job functions. Contact Human Resources for accommodation requests.
RECRUITMENT
The Human Resources department oversees all recruitment and employment activities for Kisbee. Please note that unsolicited resumes sent to Kisbee by recruiters do not establish any form of relationship between the recruiter/recruiting agency and Kisbee. Submission of unsolicited resumes also does not impose any obligation on Kisbee to pay fees should we choose to hire from those resumes. We kindly request that external recruiters/agencies refrain from contacting or directly presenting candidates to our hiring manager or employees.
