Foresite Labs (Stealth Co)

Foresite Labs (Stealth Co)

Scientist I/II, Biochemistry Integration

San Diego · Mid · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$90k-$120kDetected 6 days ago
Data AnalysisBioinformaticsqPCRMolecular BiologyResearchMass SpectrometryLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingMentoring

About the role

  • Our investors include some of the most respected names in healthcare and deep tech.
  • The Scientist will work at the interface of reagent biochemistry, protein engineering, synthetic and surface chemistry, instrumentation, and bioinformatics.
  • The ideal candidate is curious and a fast learner, unintimidated by climbing steep learning curves and going deep into the details of a new technology.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare, optimize, and characterize reagent formulations that support our platform development.
  • Execute and help develop analytical assays, such as fluorescence plate-reader assays, HPLC, qPCR, or related methods.
  • Collaborate with scientists and engineers across disciplines to troubleshoot experiments and advance company goals.
  • Document methods, results, observations, and decisions clearly
  • Support lab organization, formulate reagents, maintain equipment, ensure compliance with safety and reproducibility practices.
  • Document methods, results, observations, and decisions clearly; contribute to protocols, SOPs, technical reports, and knowledge sharing.
  • We are a venture-backed, stealth-stage biotechnology company based in San Diego, focused on developing novel technologies that will redefine how disease is detected, characterized, and managed with a novel approach to clinical genomics.
  • We are seeking a motivated, curious, and proactive Scientist to help develop and integrate novel biochemistry workflows for multi-omics applications.
  • This role is well suited for a recent B.S. or M.S. graduate with strong scientific fundamentals, hands-on research experience, and the drive to learn quickly in a highly interdisciplinary environment.
  • You will contribute to reagent and workflow optimization, characterize reagents and components, and collaborate with engineering teams to integrate workflows on the company's platform.

Requirements

  • Ability to work both independently and with guidance in a cross-functional, fast-moving research environment.
  • The candidate must be detail-oriented, analytical, and collaborative, thriving in a dynamic environment that values innovation, cross-disciplinary interaction, and scientific rigor.
  • B.S. or M.S. in Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field.
  • Hands on research experience (undergraduate or graduate research, internships or similar project based scientific work).
  • Demonstrated motivation, curiosity, proactivity, and willingness to learn new scientific and technical areas.
  • Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Why Join Us
  • Influence the foundational technologies and strategies of a company poised to shape the future of clinical genomics and healthcare.
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative environment where innovation and scientific rigor are deeply valued.
  • Join a seasoned and multidisciplinary team tackling high-impact problems at the intersection of science and engineering.
  • Competitive compensation and equity package, comprehensive benefits, and flexibility to support work-life integration.
  • We are an equal opportunity employer. We thrive on diversity and collaboration.

Nice to have

  • Comfortable working around prototype instruments, custom hardware, or early-stage systems is a plus.
  • Interest in data analysis, scripting, or modifying code to help interpret experiments is a plus but not required.

Compensation

  • $90,000 - $120,000

Benefits

  • Our mission is to fundamentally transform healthcare through a convergence of innovation across multiple scientific disciplines.

Company info

  • Founded by industry veterans with decades of experience in life sciences tools and diagnostics, our leadership team brings a proven track record of translating scientific insight into successful commercial products.
  • Run reagent robustness, compatibility, and stability studies, and use results to improve workflows.
  • Position Overview
  • Set up and runs on internal system prototypes with mentoring as needed.
  • Collect, organize, and interpret experimental data; identify trends, issues, and practical next steps.
  • Qualifications

Equal opportunity

  • We are an equal opportunity employer.

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