Research Associate, Proteomics

At Seer, we are passionate about empowering our customers to expand scientific discoveries and achieve exceptional scientific outcomes. Our team is growing quickly as we develop innovative approaches to solve complex biological questions. And we believe the next frontier in biology is enabled through a clearer and more complete view of the proteome – something that Seer can uniquely deliver. As we build our team, we are looking for collaborative, driven, intellectually curious people who are committed to solving complex challenges. Our culture rewards accountability and cross functional teamwork, because we believe that this enables the kind of breakthrough thinking that will accelerate our mission.

This role is based on-site in Redwood City (Redwood Shores), California 

The Role

As a Research Associate on the Proteomics Research team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a team of experts across engineering, data science, and biochemistry to develop cutting-edge mass spectrometry-based proteomics technologies. You'll design and implement experiments, optimize sample preparation and data acquisition methods, as well as evaluate and implement new technologies to further evolve Seer’s platform.  

With your excellent communication and presentation skills, you'll be able to share your experimental results with the team and have a significant impact on the development of breakthroughs in a fast-paced young company, R&D environment. If you have a passion for proteomics, hands-on LC-MS instrumentation experience, sample preparation, and data processing/interpretation, as well as enjoy working both independently and collaboratively, this role is perfect for you! 

Job Description: 

• Contribute to a multidisciplinary team of scientists across the domains of engineering, data science, biochemistry to develop mass spectrometry-based proteomics technologies. 
• Partner with scientists on the team on the design, development, and implementation of proteomics experiments to support research. 
• Contribute to novel proteomics sample preparation and data acquisition methods. 
• Continuously evaluate technologies providing insights/strategies for the implementation of cutting-edge proteomics technologies. 
• Communicate recent experimental results to an internal multidisciplinary team. 
• Document results of analyses and investigations in a reproducible manner. 
• Expected to independently dive into relevant scientific publications. 

 Requirements: 

• B.S/ M.S in biochemistry, or analytical chemistry with 2-5+ years' relevant industry experience.  
• Hands-on experience with sample preparation (e.g., immuno-enrichment, isobaric & isotopic labeling, peptide fractionation, etc.) 
• Knowledge of mass spectrometry-based proteomics and experience in the operation of HRMS instrumentation (e.g., Orbitrap, qTOF, IMS-TOF, etc.) and chromatography is a plus. 
• Hands-on experience with optimizing and developing new sample preparation methods for protein/PTM profiling is preferred. 
• Must work well in a small team setting, with ability to work both independently and collaboratively while meeting deadlines. 
• Highly organized, exceptional attention to detail and strong documentation skills. 
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, as well as a desire to work across functional teams. 
• Desire to focus on breakthroughs in an exciting, fast-paced startup environment. 
• Experience with multiple MS acquisition modalities (i.e., DIA, PRM, MRM, DDA, etc.) is a plus. 

We welcome you to apply today! 

Seer is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 

At Seer, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $80,000k and $95,000k and will depend on the candidates education, skills, qualifications, experience, and location. This position is also eligible for bonus, benefits, and participation in Company’s stock option plan.  

We welcome you to apply today!

Seer is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Seer employees and contractors who regularly come onsite to a Seer office or Client, are required to provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19. Exceptions to this requirement are employees and/or contractors who require religious or medical exemption as approved through Seer's accommodations process.