Raptor Medicines is a Venture Capital backed biotech therapeutics company with offices in Boulder and Boston.  The company is engaged in preclinical R&D programs focused on new cutting edge medicines for diseases of the Kidney at our Boulder site.  The Company is seeking Research Associates and Scientists with experience in the following laboratory techniques.

·      Mammalian cell culture

o   Maintenance, passaging, cryopreservation, etc.

o   Fluorescence microscopy (staining various organelles.) and flow cytometry (Immunoassays)

o   Gene expression assays and analysis

·      RT-qPCR (taqman assays or similar)

·      Analysis and purification of DNA and RNA (gel electrophoresis, HPLC, etc.)

·      Analysis and purification of Proteins (gel electrophoresis and staining techniques)

·      Bio-conjugation chemistries for proteins, DNA and RNA.

·      Immunoassays (Elisa, western blots)

·      Mass Spectrometry (Analysis of RNA or proteins) a plus

The desired candidate will have a BS or MS degree with 3 to 7 years experience in the research laboratory with a proven track record of success.  Recent Ph.D. graduates with 0 – 2 years experience are also encouraged to apply.  Success can be demonstrated by publications, patents, or products.  Please submit a Resume or CV as part of your application.

Being a self-starter is a must, along with excellent communication skills both written, and verbal.  At Raptor Medicines we work in a team environment where collaboration is key to our success.  A cover letter with the application should explain your willingness to help others and do whatever it takes to advance the goals of the Company and how your prior work experience led to success in research.

At Raptor Medicines we are working to transform therapeutic options for patients living with debilitating kidney disease.  We are driven to get these new medicines to patients, while fostering a collaborative nurturing culture.  If you share our passion for creating new cutting-edge therapies for patients in need, please apply via email to: jobs@raptormedicines.com

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.  All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.