Research Associate I, Protein Binding Screening

Allen Institute

Research Associate I for protein binding screening at Allen Institute applying machine learning to biological design. Conducting experiments to generate high-quality datasets and troubleshoot lab processes.

Posted 5/12/2026full-timeSeattle • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $54,250 - $66,450 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform protein library screening and binder evaluation experiments to generate high-quality, model-ready datasets
Execute binder screening protocols, including molecular cloning, CLICK/Phage display, FACS, and NGS library preparation and sequencing
Assist in troubleshooting technical barriers in the generation of high-quality data, from library cloning to delivery to FACS to NGS library generation
Review and analyze data, participating in quality control and troubleshooting of processes and results
Contribute to the development of new protocols as needed
Present results and summarize progress to help frame internal decision-making
Comply with SOPs, good laboratory practices, and regulatory requirements
Adhere to a team schedule and individual time management
Maintain accurate laboratory documentation using established methods

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related field
2 years of equivalent experience
Experience with protein library screening workflows (e.g., yeast/phage display + FACS/NGS or other high-throughput binder discovery platforms)
Experience performing molecular biology methods including molecular cloning (such as restriction cloning, Gibson Assembly, Golden Gate assembly, plasmid prep)
Experience cloning complex libraries is a plus
RNA isolation, DNA isolation, and PCR
Track-record of being an effective team member
Competence and ability to work in a molecular biology/cell culture laboratory
Experience with nucleic acid sequencing, especially custom amplicon sequencing
Experience performing cell biology methods including mammalian cell culture, murine embryonic stem cell culture, primary cell culture, nucleofection, and lipofection

Benefits

Comp & perks

medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
401k plan
Paid time off

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Hard Skills & Tools

protein library screeningbinder evaluationmolecular cloningCLICK displayphage displayFACSNGS library preparationRNA isolationDNA isolationPCR

Soft Skills

team membertime managementtroubleshootingdata analysiscommunication

Certifications

Bachelor's Degree in biochemistryBachelor's Degree in molecular biology