Research Associate, Synthetic Biology

Role Overview

Biohub is hiring an entry‑level Research Associate, Synthetic Biology. This full‑time position is based in New York, NY (Onsite). The posted salary range is $71,000 to $89,000. The following details outline the responsibilities, qualifications, and benefits for this role.

As a Research Associate in the Synthetic Spatial Omics Laboratory, you will support projects that integrate spatial multi‑omics with synthetic biology to study molecular neighborhoods in response to perturbations, engineer programmable cellular functions, and identify drivers of cell state transitions. This lab focuses on developing next‑generation spatial multi‑omics platforms and synthetic biology toolkits.

• Perform imaging‑based multi‑omics experiments (e.g., seqFISH) to map subcellular molecular organization and cell state transitions.
• Carry out perturbation experiments to decode how molecular neighborhoods respond to combinatorial signals.
• Assist in engineering and characterizing synthetic biology systems using spatial multi‑omics approaches.
• Support data processing and analysis using established computational workflows.
• Collaborate with team members across experimental and computational disciplines.
• Contribute to preprints, publications, presentations, and open‑science practices.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or a closely related discipline.
• 1–2+ years of hands‑on research experience in an academic and/or industry laboratory setting.
• Solid foundation in molecular biology techniques, including cell culture, nucleic‑acid workflows, and cellular functional assays.
• Working proficiency in Python, R, or comparable programming languages for imaging and sequencing data analysis.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to maintaining thorough experimental records.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team‑oriented research environment.
• Enthusiasm for learning new techniques and contributing to cutting‑edge research.

The base pay range in New York City for this role is $71,000.00 – $89,000.00. New hires typically start on the lower end of the range, with the potential to move within the range over time based on performance.

• Employer match on employee 401(k) contributions.
• Paid time off to volunteer at an organization of your choice.
• Relocation support for employees who need assistance moving.

Biohub is an independent nonprofit research institute that partners with Columbia University, Rockefeller University, and Yale University to advance scientific discovery and develop innovative technologies.

Location:

New York, NY (Onsite)

Biohub is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.