Buck Institute Jobs Hiring Now
Buck Institute is hiring for 10 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, concentrated in biotech & life sciences and AI (Artificial Intelligence), with listed salaries up to about $100,000. Migrate Mate updates Buck Institute's live openings daily. Buck Institute is a nonprofit biomedical research organization focused on the biology of aging and age-related diseases, employing scientists, researchers, and support staff across laboratory and operational functions.
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Buck Institute hiring data on Migrate Mate, as of August 31, 2026.
- Open jobs
- 10
- Top team
- Biotech & Life Sciences
- Seniority
- Across all levels
- Work type
- 0% remote or hybrid
- Top location
- Novato
- Salary range
- $60,000–$100,000
Listed salaries for Buck Institute roles on Migrate Mate range from about $60,000 to $100,000 per year across 10 open roles, as of August 31, 2026.
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POSITION SUMMARY
The Zhou Lab at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging is seeking an experienced Research Associate (level II and III) to support a multidisciplinary research program investigating the conformational and functional biology of intrinsically disordered proteins and regions (IDPs/IDRs).
This is an experienced research position intended for a scientist capable of independently executing and optimizing technically demanding experimental workflows. The Research Associate will work closely with postdoctoral researchers and other members of the project team and will play a major role in large-scale protein production, quality control, sample preparation, and biochemical characterization.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Carry out protein expression, purification, and quality control for a large collection of IDR-containing proteins in human cells.
- Optimize purification and handling protocols for proteins that may be unstable, aggregation-prone, highly charged, or structurally heterogeneous.
- Perform routine and advanced protein characterization and maintain standardized QC criteria across protein batches.
- Prepare and document samples for transfer to collaborating laboratories performing single-molecule profiling, HDX-MS, protein-interactome, and related assays.
- Support in vitro protein interaction, condensation, aggregation, and binder-characterization experiments.
- Maintain detailed sample inventories, batch records, QC documentation, and transfer manifests.
- Assist with implementation and scaling of reproducible experimental workflows.
- Work closely with the postdoctoral fellow to troubleshoot experimental problems and improve throughput and reproducibility.
- Contribute to preparation of technical reports and milestone documentation.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, biotechnology, chemistry, protein science, or a related field, with substantial relevant research experience.
- Extensive hands-on experience in recombinant protein expression and purification.
- Demonstrated ability to independently execute established protocols and troubleshoot technically challenging experiments.
- Strong laboratory organization, record keeping, and sample-management skills.
- Experience managing multiple experimental samples or workflows in parallel.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-moving multidisciplinary research environment.
- Direct experience purifying and handling intrinsically disordered proteins or IDR-containing proteins is highly preferred.
- Experience with difficult, aggregation-prone, low-complexity, or phase-separating proteins.
- Experience with affinity chromatography, ion exchange, SEC, protein concentration/formulation, electrophoresis, and quantitative protein assays.
- Experience preparing samples for mass spectrometry, HDX-MS, structural biology, or other high-end analytical platforms.
- Experience establishing standardized protein-production or QC workflows.
- Familiarity with automation or high-throughput protein production would be advantageous.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Annual salary: RA II $65,000 - $80,000; RA III $70,500 - $90,000 depending on skills and experience
- Comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision coverage, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401(k) employer contribution, and a student debt repayment option.
The Buck Institute for Research on Aging is the first independent biomedical research institute in the United States devoted solely to research on aging. Located in Novato, California, the Buck brings together scientists across multiple disciplines to study the mechanisms of aging and age-related disease to help people live better, longer.
The Buck Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from candidates whose experiences and perspectives will contribute to the diversity and excellence of our community.
TO APPLY
Please submit online:
- A curriculum vitae or resume
- A cover letter addressing your past research experience, plans, and expectations for working in the lab
sGSiXFYotb
POSITION SUMMARY
The Zhou Lab at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging is seeking an experienced Research Associate (level II and III) to support a multidisciplinary research program investigating the conformational and functional biology of intrinsically disordered proteins and regions (IDPs/IDRs).
This is an experienced research position intended for a scientist capable of independently executing and optimizing technically demanding experimental workflows. The Research Associate will work closely with postdoctoral researchers and other members of the project team and will play a major role in large-scale protein production, quality control, sample preparation, and biochemical characterization.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Carry out protein expression, purification, and quality control for a large collection of IDR-containing proteins in human cells.
- Optimize purification and handling protocols for proteins that may be unstable, aggregation-prone, highly charged, or structurally heterogeneous.
- Perform routine and advanced protein characterization and maintain standardized QC criteria across protein batches.
- Prepare and document samples for transfer to collaborating laboratories performing single-molecule profiling, HDX-MS, protein-interactome, and related assays.
- Support in vitro protein interaction, condensation, aggregation, and binder-characterization experiments.
- Maintain detailed sample inventories, batch records, QC documentation, and transfer manifests.
- Assist with implementation and scaling of reproducible experimental workflows.
- Work closely with the postdoctoral fellow to troubleshoot experimental problems and improve throughput and reproducibility.
- Contribute to preparation of technical reports and milestone documentation.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, biotechnology, chemistry, protein science, or a related field, with substantial relevant research experience.
- Extensive hands-on experience in recombinant protein expression and purification.
- Demonstrated ability to independently execute established protocols and troubleshoot technically challenging experiments.
- Strong laboratory organization, record keeping, and sample-management skills.
- Experience managing multiple experimental samples or workflows in parallel.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-moving multidisciplinary research environment.
- Direct experience purifying and handling intrinsically disordered proteins or IDR-containing proteins is highly preferred.
- Experience with difficult, aggregation-prone, low-complexity, or phase-separating proteins.
- Experience with affinity chromatography, ion exchange, SEC, protein concentration/formulation, electrophoresis, and quantitative protein assays.
- Experience preparing samples for mass spectrometry, HDX-MS, structural biology, or other high-end analytical platforms.
- Experience establishing standardized protein-production or QC workflows.
- Familiarity with automation or high-throughput protein production would be advantageous.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
- Annual salary: RA II $65,000 - $80,000; RA III $70,500 - $90,000 depending on skills and experience
- Comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision coverage, paid time off, paid parental leave, 401(k) employer contribution, and a student debt repayment option.
The Buck Institute for Research on Aging is the first independent biomedical research institute in the United States devoted solely to research on aging. Located in Novato, California, the Buck brings together scientists across multiple disciplines to study the mechanisms of aging and age-related disease to help people live better, longer.
The Buck Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from candidates whose experiences and perspectives will contribute to the diversity and excellence of our community.
TO APPLY
Please submit online:
- A curriculum vitae or resume
- A cover letter addressing your past research experience, plans, and expectations for working in the lab
sGSiXFYotb
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Buck Institute's 10 open roles are across all levels, and about 0% are remote or hybrid. The most active teams are biotech & life sciences, AI (Artificial Intelligence), and data science & analytics. Buck Institute is a biomedical research organization dedicated to understanding and addressing the science of aging. Its work spans wet-lab research, bioinformatics, data science, and operational support roles such as environmental health and safety and IT. Most Buck Institute roles are based in Novato.
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How many jobs is Buck Institute hiring for right now?
Buck Institute is hiring for 10 open roles on Migrate Mate as of August 31, 2026, updated daily, concentrated in biotech & life sciences and AI (Artificial Intelligence). Openings span research, bioinformatics, data science, and operational support functions. Migrate Mate pulls the latest listings directly so the count reflects what Buck Institute is actively recruiting for.
What kinds of roles does Buck Institute hire for?
The most active teams are biotech & life sciences, AI (Artificial Intelligence), and data science & analytics. Buck Institute hires across scientific research, including postdoctoral researcher positions in multiple labs, computational and bioinformatics roles, AI and data science positions, environmental health and safety, and IT support. Most postings are across all levels, with postdoctoral and specialist-level roles making up a significant share of active openings.
Are Buck Institute jobs remote or in-person?
Mostly on-site. About 0% of Buck Institute's open roles on Migrate Mate are remote or hybrid as of August 31, 2026, with the rest based in Novato. Each Buck Institute listing shows its work location so you can filter before applying.
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Listed salaries for Buck Institute roles on Migrate Mate range from about $60,000 to $100,000 per year as of August 31, 2026, with most postings at across all levels. Exact pay is set by Buck Institute and shown on each listing.
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Most Buck Institute roles are based in Novato, and about 0% offer remote or hybrid work as of August 31, 2026. Migrate Mate shows the location on each listing.