Research Associate
Character BioSan Francisco, California, United States • California, United States
Posted October 5, 2025
85000 - 95000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Character Bio is a precision medicine company focused on transforming drug development for progressive, polygenic diseases, particularly in ophthalmology. By integrating genetics with clinical and imaging data from over 150 clinics, the company reclassifies complex diseases into genetically defined subtypes to identify novel therapeutic targets. Their AI-powered platform combines genomics, multi-modal data, and machine learning to develop more precise therapies, with lead programs advancing toward clinical trials for treating age-related blindness.
Job Description
Character Biosciences is a precision medicine company focused on targeted therapies for ophthalmic and other disease areas. They are seeking a talented Research Associate to support drug discovery teams by performing in vitro assays to assess target biology and identify leads for treatments. The role involves data analysis, experimental design, and contributing to the development of novel therapeutics.
Requirements
- BS with 2+ years (or MS with 1+ years) of research experience in drug discovery, physiology, cell biology, biochemistry, or related discipline
- Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced startup environment
- Excellent troubleshooting and organizational skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent analytical skills
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Strong equity incentives
- Medical, dental, vision
- 401(k)
- Accrued paid time off
