Research Associate
Edgewise Therapeutics
Portland, OR · Posted October 28, 2026
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About the job
At Edgewise, we are focused on advancing novel, muscle-targeted therapeutics for serious cardiovascular and cardiometabolic conditions with significant unmet need. Leveraging our expertise in muscle biology and small molecule drug development, we are building a cardiovascular pipeline that includes programs for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, heart failure and other serious cardiovascular diseases.
We’re building a passionate, experienced team committed to tackling complex scientific and clinical challenges and delivering meaningful outcomes for patients. If you’re looking to do work that matters, we’d love to hear from you.
About the Position:
Scientific position with a range of duties including performing high-quality muscle experiments, producing consistent and reliable data; and reporting results in a timely and organized manner.
Essential Job Duties and Functions:
Perform experiments to investigate a specific question or problem in collaboration with supervisor and/or project team members.
Conduct detailed wet laboratory experiments with appropriate technique and adequate controls satisfactory to substantiate/replicate results.
Coordinate laboratory work with objectives of project team
Interpret basic experimental results and draw conclusions to be used by project team.
Report organized data, making comparisons, and identifying trends.
Make suggestions to improve laboratory efficiency.
Operate at a high level of competence in laboratory technology related to the assigned project.
Demonstrate basic command of scientific techniques and tools used in the respective area of science/research.
Participate in project team meetings.
Maintain scientific records using electronic lab notebooks (ELN) in clear required form.
Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining professional networks; and participating in professional organizations.
Read, understand, and comply with all workplace health and safety policies; safe work practices; and company policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Required Education, Experience and Skills:
B.S. in a scientifically related field
2+ years of research laboratory experience
Familiarity with safe and efficient laboratory practices
General scientific computer and software application proficiency
Salary range: $60,000-$85,000, title and salary commensurate with experience
Our Benefits: We are proud to offer health benefits, a discretionary bonus plan, stock option grants. a stock purchase plan, a 401(k) with match and paid time off to our team members as part of their compensation plan.
There is no deadline because the employer accepts applications on an ongoing basis.
Edgewise does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies for this position. Please do not send resumes to Edgewise employees or the company location. Edgewise is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.