Research Associate, Sequencing (Toronto)

KisoJi Biotechnology is a therapeutic antibody company developing mono- and multispecific antibody therapeutics using our proprietary transgenic mouse platform. We are expanding our molecular biology team and are specifically looking for a Research Associate to expand our in‑house Nanopore sequencing capabilities. This is an individual contributor position that requires on‑site laboratory bench work at our upcoming Toronto site expansion.Position

Research Associate Site

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Department

Molecular Biology Responsibilities

Establish, troubleshoot, and execute experimental pipelines for Nanopore sample preparation, quality‑control and sequencing Generate amplicon libraries for other NGS analyses Design, create and clone antibody/recombinant protein DNA constructs, and purify DNA (mini/midi/maxipreps) for subsequent transfection and testingAnalyze data and clearly communicate results in written reports and oral presentations Support the creation of SOPs as required Actively foster an environment of effective and collaborative working relationships within and across teams, and provide technical expertise in molecular biology methodsParticipate in team meetings to assist in the coordination of project and departmental activities Essential Qualifications

M.Sc. in a relevant field (such as genetics, cell biology, or molecular biology) with at least 1‑3 years of experience in a results‑oriented environment (such as industry or a core facility) Significant experience with Nanopore MinION sequencing, from sample preparation and quality‑control to downstream results analysisExperience with molecular biology techniques such as cloning and DNA extraction (mini/midi/maxiprep) Independent technical troubleshooting skills Ability to accurately follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and instructions, and to perform repetitive tasks Strong time‑management skills, including the ability to effectively multi‑task and work in a collaborative, quick‑paced environmentStrong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to document all work clearly and completely; proficient with Microsoft Office suite An enthusiasm for technology implementation rather than independent hypothesis‑driven research Assets

Experience with other next‑generation sequencing technologies (such as PacBio, Illumina) and library preparation is a plus Experience with the design and troubleshooting of cloning projects is a definite plus Experience in antibody discovery (e.g., phage display or mammalian display screening) is a plusWhat We Offer

Health/Dental Insurance Plans Paid Vacation and Holidays Training&Development Programs / Courses Annual Performance Reviews with yearly bonuses Salary

Range: $65,000‑$95,000, with a base pay determined by internal equity, location, and relevant experience.

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