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 the 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.

Role:

Tenaya has an immediate need for a Research Associate or Senior Research Associate to support the Gene Therapy team. Tenaya seeks a creative, self-motivated individual with a passion for experimental science and teamwork. The ideal candidate is a self-starter and problem-solver working closely with the team to drive the company’s future success.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute a diverse range of molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry assays to support AAV capsid engineering projects
• Collaborate with members in the gene therapy group and other teams to conduct various studies
• Record, analyze, and summarize experimental data

• Present findings in both small and large group company meetings

Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or a related discipline with at least 1 year (Research Associate) or 3 years (Senior Research Associate) of laboratory research experience
• Prior experience with standard molecular biology techniques is required
• Cell culture, histology, or NGS experience is a plus
• Excellent learning ability, capable of adapting to a question-driven, fast-paced research environment
• Strong motivation and passion for science, along with the ability to build open and collaborative relationships

Benefits

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

We offer competitive salary and stock options. 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.

Tenaya is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.