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Location: Cambridge, MA (Kendall Square)
Part-time: 4 hours/day Mon-Fri either 8:45 AM-12:45 PM or 1:15-5:15 PM
Temporary: 8 week fixed term September 24-November 20, 2026
Salary: $26.25/hour and $230-2,400 bonus

About Active Site

Active Site is a research nonprofit studying the intersection of AI and biology. We collect real-world data to measure how AI augments human performance in biological experimentation, using our findings to advance the science of capability assessments.

We are launching this project to gather data on how individuals of various backgrounds with minimal biology experience teach themselves foundational cell and molecular biology techniques. This position is intentionally designed to observe how individuals learn these new skills, and the resulting data will shape how new technologies like AI accelerate biological research.

About The Role

We are seeking Research Protocol Technicians to work independently to complete projects in cell and molecular biology.

Core Tasks: You will work in a BSL-1 and BSL-2 lab completing tasks such as DNA assembly (molecular cloning), mammalian cell culture (growing human cells), and mammalian cell transfection (inserting DNA into cells).
The AI Component: As part of this project, you will work with or without an AI for the entire duration of the project. In both cases you’ll have access to standard inter","datePosted":"2026-07-24","employmentType":"FULL_TIME","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Activesite","sameAs":"https://activesite.com"},"url":"https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/activesite/0a56d190-0ef8-44ec-a0d8-11695b9b7879","jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Cambridge"}}},{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Molecular Biology Associate","description":"
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- On-site
- Location: Cambridge, MA
- Part-time: 4 hours/day Mon-Fri, either 8:45 AM-12:45 PM or 1:15-5:15 PM
- Temporary: 16 week fixed term (August 31-December 18, 2026) or 12 week fixed term (September 14-December 4, 2026)
- Salary: $30/hour and $2000 performance bonus
About Active Site
Active Site is a research nonprofit studying the intersection of AI and biology. We collect real-world data to measure how AI augments human performance in biological experimentation, using our findings to advance the science of AIxBio. Our work shapes how new technologies like AI interface with biological research.
About The Role
We are seeking Molecular Biology Associates to work independently on DNA assembly.
- Core Tasks: You will work in a BSL-1 lab completing tasks such as DNA design, assembly, purification, and cloning.
- The AI Component: As part of this project, you will work with AI tools like Claude Code.
- Work Environment: This role is designed for highly autonomous researchers. You will not receive day-to-day technical mentorship or assistance; instead, you will have the unique opportunity to fully own your research strategy, manage your own reagent budget, and independently drive your DNA assembly projects. While you will be working alongside other associates, you won’t collaborate together.
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