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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 19 days Arc Institute's roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 64% of Arc Institute's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Arc Institute
- high 15 stale, 0 reposted of 25 open
- Hiring momentum
- 26 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Arc Institute's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Arc Institute.
About this role
The In Vivo Research Associate II at the Arc Institute will work closely with experienced scientists in the Konermann Laboratory to conduct in vivo projects aimed at understanding brain development. Responsibilities include planning and executing experiments, performing mouse surgeries and injections, processing tissue samples, and analyzing data, all while adhering to regulatory standards. This role provides an excellent opportunity for those considering PhD programs, as it involves hands-on research and collaboration.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Arc Institute as an employer.
What you need
- BS with 2+ years of relevant experience, or MS, in molecular biology, neuroscience, or another relevant field
- Strong experience working with laboratory animals, including handling, restraint, and procedures under an approved protocol
- Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Outstanding critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Highly motivated and curious, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team
Nice to have
- Prior experience with cloning via Gibson assembly or Golden Gate protocols
- Knowledge of and experience with NGS library preparation, particularly single-cell and spatial workflows
- Computational skills (Python or R)
Worth weighing
- No specific mention of career advancement opportunities or mentorship beyond the immediate team
- Base salary listed, but no additional benefits or compensation details provided
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Listed by Arc Institute on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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