Pendulum
Pendulum is seeking a Senior Research Associate to join the Product Development team, focusing on fermentation operations and flow cytometry workflows to support anaerobic probiotic strain production and quality control. The role involves independently operating bioreactor systems, leading experimental design, and managing assay workflows to drive improvements to current products and the development of new ones. This position requires strong aseptic and anaerobic techniques within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Headquarters
San Francisco, California, United States
Company Size
51-200 employees
Founded
2012
Pendulum is a science-driven health company that develops next‑generation, microbiome‑targeted probiotics designed to support metabolic and gut health. Their product line — including Pendulum Metabolic Daily, Pendulum Akkermansia, and Pendulum Glucose Control — targets glucose control, metabolic function, gut performance, and healthy weight, and the brand highlights being the only consumer probiotic offering live Akkermansia. Pendulum emphasizes clinically informed formulations and positions its products for people managing blood sugar/A1C or seeking evidence‑based probiotic support. They sell directly to consumers via subscriptions and online retail.
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
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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