Research Associate, Cellular Immunology ( 6 Month Contract)

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📍 Boston, MA, USCONTRACTOR💰 USD 40–65/yr

About this role

Overview

Monte Rosa Therapeutics Research Associate  Contractor for 6 months  to support the development and characterization of novel molecular glue degraders for the treatment of inflammatory diseases. As part of the Immunology and Preclinical Pharmacology team, this role will broadly support multiple immunology and inflammation (I&I) projects/programs from early lead optimization through clinical-stage.

The ideal candidate has a strong technical background working in I&I and a demonstrated ability to move projects/programs forward through collaborative teamwork.

Responsibilities

  • Design, optimize and execute experiments using a variety of primary immune cells and tissues isolated from human, mouse or cynomolgus monkey (including PBMCs, monocyte-derived macrophages, whole blood, synovial fluid, peritoneal fluid, etc.)
  • Routine profiling of compounds using Meso Scale Discovery (MSD), ELISA, Western blot, Simple Western (Jess), flow cytometry, qPCR assays
  • Ex vivo mouse tissue processing (spleen, bone marrow, lymph node, etc.)
  • Maintain timely and detailed notes using electronic lab notebook

Qualifications

  • BS/MS equivalent in Immunology or Cell Biology with 3+ years of hands-on experience in I&I drug discovery research, preferably in a pharmaceutical setting
  • Experience handling whole blood, primary immune cells and tissue (preferably including clinical samples)
  • Experience in protein detection/quantitation methodology (e.g., MSD, ELISA, Western blotting, Jess)
  • Flow cytometry expertise is preferred
  • Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel, GraphPad Prism (FlowJo is preferred)
  • Collaborative attitude, strong attention to detail, ability to optimize/master experimental techniques

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What is the salary for the Research Associate, Cellular Immunology ( 6 Month Contract) role at monterosatx?
The listed salary for this Research Associate, Cellular Immunology ( 6 Month Contract) position at monterosatx is USD 40–65/yr. This is an CONTRACTOR role.
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This is listed as a CONTRACTOR position. It is posted as a Research Associate, Cellular Immunology ( 6 Month Contract) role in the Biology department at monterosatx.
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This Research Associate, Cellular Immunology ( 6 Month Contract) position at monterosatx was posted on Jul 27, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Research Associate, Cellular Immunology ( 6 Month Contract)
monterosatx · 💰 USD 40–65/yr
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