Research Associate Intern (Genomics)

Location: On-site in Menlo Park, California, United States

Salary: $25 per hour

Company

hirify.global is a molecular diagnostics company developing precision medicine products for prenatal screening and cancer care using cell-free DNA and quantitative molecular counting technology.

What you will do

• Design, execute, and troubleshoot molecular biology experiments and diagnostic assays under the guidance of senior scientists.
• Learn analytical and computational methods for interpreting experimental results.
• Present scientific findings in group meetings and internal written reports.
• Document experimental procedures, controls, and results rigorously.
• Contribute to moving research prototypes toward commercially available products tested on patient samples.

Requirements

• Anticipated BS or MS in bioengineering, molecular and cell biology, microbiology, biophysics, biochemistry, or a related field.
• Independent research experience.
• Strong mathematical, statistical, analytical, and quantitative skills.
• Ability to learn mathematical, analytical, and experimental concepts quickly.
• Excellent attention to experimental detail and clear communication in a collaborative environment.
• Ability to work on-site in Menlo Park, California.

Nice to have

• Experience with DNA-related molecular biology techniques such as PCR.
• Experience with cell-free DNA.
• Experience preparing next-generation sequencing libraries.
• Computational analysis experience in R, Python, or another programming language.

Culture & Benefits

• Open and transparent culture with weekly town hall meetings.
• Mentorship from scientists with expertise in molecular biology, genomics, bioinformatics, and quantitative modeling.
• Daily on-site lunches and campus amenities including a gym and restaurant.
• Modern laboratory equipment, facilities, and hardware.
• Free on-site EV charging.