Research Associate II
Company: BPS Bioscience
Location: La Jolla
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
About BPS Bioscience: BPS Bioscience advances scientific
discovery by enabling researchers with innovative, reliable tools
and services. Our expertise spans protein design, expression, and
purification; cell line and lentiviral engineering; and biochemical
and cell-based assay development. Our mission is to empower
innovation by providing cutting-edge tools and services to
scientists worldwide. Job Overview: This position requires the
ability to perform and independently interpret molecular cloning,
lentivirus production, and cell line generation. The successful
candidate will be tasked with duties in cell biology. This position
will also include data entry and general lab maintenance.
Responsibilities: • Perform routine miniprep/Maxiprep of plasmid
DNA, maintain a high-quality plasmid DNA inventory for lentivirus
production. • Perform routine lentivirus production and quality
control tasks. •Maintain, handle, and engineer various cell lines
or primary cells; develop and optimize cell-based assays to support
cell line development. • Prepare media, reagents, and other
materials necessary for experiments. • Handles documentation needed
for project validation and product quality control; keeps an
updated laboratory and database record with project details and
information. • Ensures lab cleanliness and safety by maintaining
equipment and technician attire and maintain accurate and detailed
records of experimental procedures and results. • Maintains common
lab supply stocks as needed. • Other duties as assigned.
Requirements: • Bachelor's degree of 2 years’ experience, or
master’s degree in biological sciences or equivalent. • Hands-on
experience in cell biology is required. • Basic Knowledge of
primary cell engineering techniques is preferred. • Skills in
Multicolor FACS (Flow Cytometry), qPCR, and ELISA are preferred. •
Good communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills are
essential. Benefits • 401k with 4% company match • Companywide
lunches provided quarterly • Medical/Dental/Vision health insurance
plans • Vacation and paid holidays Why Join BPS Bioscience: •
Contribute to the development of cutting-edge life science tools
used by researchers worldwide. • Work in a collaborative,
innovative, and scientifically driven environment. • Opportunity to
gain experience in both production and R&D workflows. •
Competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for
professional growth. BPS Bioscience is an equal opportunity
employer, without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender,
sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic
protected by applicable law.
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