Senior Research Associate, Molecular Engineering (6-Month Contract)
Arc Institute
About this role
A Senior Research Associate at Arc Institute supports molecular engineering platform development by executing and optimizing lentiviral gRNA delivery protocols for disease-relevant human pluripotent stem cell-derived cells. The role contributes to Alzheimer's Disease Initiative by integrating genetic perturbations into 2D and 3D brain models.
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About Arc Institute
arcinstitute.orgArc Institute is an independent nonprofit research organization headquartered in Palo Alto, California. It supports collaborative, interdisciplinary scientific research by operating labs, funding fellows, and fostering open scientific practices. The institute emphasizes rigorous discovery and career development for early‑career researchers, bringing together experimental and computational approaches. Arc partners with academic and industry groups to translate research into real‑world impact.
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About Arc Institute
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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