Tenaya Therapeutics is a publicly held biotechnology company committed to a bold mission: to discover, design, develop and deliver curative therapies that address the underlying drivers of heart disease. Founded by leading cardiovascular scientists from Gladstone Institutes and University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW), we are advancing a deep and diverse pipeline that includes both gene therapies and small molecules.

Tenaya is headquartered in South San Francisco, California, USA, with a team that comprises over 140 employees. Inspired by the majesty of Tenaya Peak in Yosemite National Park, our name represents the tenacity of our team in reaching our ultimate peak – the delivery of new therapies for heart disease to the patients who need them.

For more information, please visit www.TenayaTherapeutics.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

Diversity & Inclusion is a core Value for Tenaya Therapeutics, and we encourage those from under-represented communities to apply.

Tenaya has an immediate need for a Research Associate II or Senior Research Associate I to support the gene therapy team. The ideal candidate is a self-starter and problem-solver who will work closely with the team to drive the company’s future success. Ideally, you thrive in a startup, fast-paced environment where every day is unique. You are confident, poised and cool-headed, no matter how much is changing around you. You strive for excellence in every facet of your work, and you understand the excitement and commitment of ‘start-up’ roles. Finally, you love being part of a team aligned around a compelling mission.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Employ cutting-edge molecular, cell, and biochemistry techniques to enhance drug discovery efforts
• Execute a range of experiments using molecular biology techniques, including plasmid design, DNA isolation, PCR, cloning, and virus preparation
• Perform a diverse range of cell-based assays to characterize lead gene therapeutics
• Oversee all aspects of maintaining human cell lines, including passaging and distributing cells, preparation of tissue culture reagents, and helping with tissue culture room upkeep and restocking
• Present findings in both small and large group company meetings

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, or related discipline with relevant experience in the biotech/biopharma industry
• Prior experience with standard molecular and mammalian cell culture techniques
• Candidates with human iPS cell culture, high throughput screening, rodent handling, tissue sectioning, and flow cytometry experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Managing multiple tasks efficiently, communicating clearly and effectively, and building open and collaborative relationships are essential.
• A positive attitude and strong attention to detail are required.

Tenaya takes into account a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including but not limited to skill sets, experience, interview performance, and organizational needs.

We will make an offer based on geo-located salary bands based on data collected from Aon/Radford. As of 1/1/2023, for individuals assigned and/or hired to work in the San Francisco Bay Area in the state of California, your base salary will fall within the band(s) below. This base salary range is an estimate, and the actual base salary may vary based on Tenaya’s compensation practice. Please also remember that the benefits, bonus, and equity portion of your offer is not included in these numbers and represents a significant portion of your total rewards package at Tenaya. Should you reach the verbal offer stage of Tenaya’s hiring process, we will review the base salary, benefits, bonus target, and equity grant value with you at that time. Research Associate II range is $77,000 – $137,500. The Senior Research Associate range is $84,000 - $150,000.

Benefits

Benefits:

We offer a dynamic start-up environment and a collaborative, passionate team that is focused on a compelling vision and mission.

Excellent medical and non-medical benefits. Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

State-of-the-art, built-to-suit office and lab space, part of a larger cluster of biotech companies, with amenities that include a bowling alley and onsite gym.

Shuttle service to/from Caltrain, BART and the South San Francisco Ferry.

For immediate consideration, please share your CV and publication record (if relevant) at careers@tenayathera.com.

Tenaya is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.