Research Associate – Expression (Cell Bio)

Location: San Francisco Bay Area, United States; onsite

Salary: $95K–$120K annually plus equity.

Company

hirify.global is a frontier research lab developing brain-computer interfaces that combine high-bandwidth neural interaction with advanced AI, with a focus on safety and accessibility.

What you will do

• Grow, maintain, and experiment on mammalian cell lines and neuronal cultures.
• Evaluate engineered genetic constructs and delivery conditions in neuronal and other mammalian cell models.
• Develop and run high-content microscopy and plate-based assays measuring expression, cellular fitness, and viability.
• Perform gDNA/RNA extraction, RT-qPCR, and other routine biochemical and molecular analyses.
• Analyze and present findings, troubleshoot unexpected results, and help design follow-up experiments.
• Maintain detailed experimental records, protocols, and organized cell and reagent inventories.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in cell biology, molecular biology, neuroscience, bioengineering, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture and cell-based assays, including strong aseptic technique and willingness to learn new cell models.
• Familiarity with microscopy, plate-based assays, nucleic acid extraction, and qPCR.
• Scientific curiosity, strong observational skills, and a systematic approach to troubleshooting.
• Organized management of multiple experiments, cell cultures, and timelines.
• Strong documentation, communication, and collaboration skills.

Nice to have

• Experience culturing primary cells or iPSC-derived neurons.
• High-content imaging, immunofluorescence, and quantitative image analysis.
• Development or optimization of assays for cellular fitness, viability, cytotoxicity, or cellular stress.
• Transfection, viral transduction, or mammalian-cell gene-expression optimization.
• Experience with large-scale cell-based screens or laboratory automation.

Culture & Benefits

• Full-time onsite work in the San Francisco Bay Area.
• Hands-on collaboration with scientists and opportunities to learn new techniques and take increasing ownership of experimental workflows.
• Equity is offered in addition to salary.
• Applications are welcomed from candidates who do not meet every qualification, with complementary strengths considered during team building.