Research Associate Intern (Molecular Diagnostics)

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

Base pay: $25 per hour

Company

hirify.global is a publicly traded molecular diagnostics company developing precision diagnostic tests for prenatal medicine and oncology using molecular counting technology and cell-free DNA.

What you will do

• Design, execute, and troubleshoot experiments and assays under the guidance of Senior Scientists.
• Learn analytical and computational methods for analyzing experimental results.
• Present scientific findings verbally at group meetings and in internal written reports.
• Document experimental details and results rigorously.
• Use molecular techniques, next-generation sequencing, and robotic tools to help advance assays from research prototypes to products run on patient samples.

Requirements

• Enrollment in an undergraduate or master’s degree program during Fall 2027.
• Anticipated BS or MS in Bioengineering, Molecular and Cell Biology, Microbiology, Biophysics, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Independent research experience.
• Ability to quickly learn mathematical, analytical, and experimental concepts.
• High mathematical and statistical aptitude.
• Great attention to detail, including rigorous record-keeping and careful experimental controls.
• Strong communication skills in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, including proactively sharing findings and working across scientific, engineering, and cross-functional teams.

Nice to have

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

Culture & Benefits

• Open and transparent culture with weekly Town Hall meetings.
• Opportunity to contribute to diagnostic products affecting patients in oncology and prenatal medicine.
• Free daily on-site lunches.
• Latest hardware, laboratory equipment, and facilities.
• Campus perks including a gym, restaurant, and free on-site EV charging.
• Professional growth opportunities and competitive base pay.