Research Associate Jobs

AltPep Corporation is a biomedical startup based along Seattle’s Lake Union focused on developing early disease-modifying treatments and detection tools for amyloid diseases by targeting one of the earliest molecular triggers – toxic soluble oligomers. These toxic oligomers are associated with many diseases, including neurodegenerative diseases and type 2 diabetes.

AltPep draws its origins to Dr. Valerie Daggett’s lab at the University of Washington’s Bioengineering Department. The company closed a significant round of financing in late 2020 and is currently seeking to expand at its headquarters located on the North end of Lake Union in Seattle.

We are looking for a talented individual to join us as a Research Associate.

Who You Are

• Organic chemistry reactions
• Data Analysis using Excel, Python, MATLAB, Tableau, or similar software
• Rigorous quality of experimental details outlined in SOPs
• You possess knowledge and experience in a variety of subject matters, ideally in several of the following areas:
• Spectroscopy (variety)
• ELISAs, Western Blots/dot blots, protein binding kinetics/analysis
• Chemical synthesis
• Experience with tissue culture
• You will be completing or have completed your undergraduate degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, biochemistry, bioengineering, or a related field.
• Mass spectrometry
• Peptide/Protein Purification
• You understand the value of structure, but you are also flexible.
• While you appreciate being part of a team, you also value opportunities to work on your own.
• You know your way around a lab. You conduct research in a responsible manner with attention to detail, take pride in your work, and memorialize it in meticulous lab books and records. You’ve demonstrated these skills through academic and/or work experiences (previous biotech experience a plus).
• Peptide/Protein modifications
• You value learning and look for opportunities to expand your knowledge and skills.
• Ability to provide quantitative analysis of results in reference to calibrations/standards, and able to accept/reject based on quality control criteria

You work hard, drive for results, and are energized when those results support a positive change.

Compensation: Starting at $63,000 per year, subject to experience

Benefits

AltPep Corporation is a dynamic biomedical startup in Seattle that offers a competitive compensation package, including equity incentives, as well as a benefits program designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage, group life insurance, and 401(k). To learn more about us please visit www.altpep.com. AltPep is an equal opportunity employer with the desire for diversity of all types. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.