Sr Research Assoc./Assoc. Scientist, Nucleic Acid Process Sciences

Beacon Hill Life Sciences - Boston
Cambridge, MA, US
Full-time
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Job Description

Job Description

20 hours per week

Seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Research Associate / Associate Scientist to join our Nucleic Acid Process Sciences team.

This is a position with a primary focus on building and executing upon processes to synthesize mRNA for our lead CRISPR / Cas9 gene editing programs.

The ideal applicant will be able to work on mRNA synthesis and characterize mRNA quality. Experience with oligonucleotide enzymatic and / or chemical synthesis, basic nucleic acid biochemistry and molecular biology is preferred.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

  • Develop scalable mRNA enzymatic synthesis and purification methods highlighted by characterizable analytical attributes.
  • Build analytical characterization tools for process analytics.
  • As needed, execute on analytical testing of pre-clinical materials.
  • Provide high quality data to drive decision making in the team.
  • Operate and maintain multiple laboratory instruments.
  • Assist in maintaining general laboratory functionality.

REQUIREMENTS :

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology or related field with at least 2-3+ years or
  • Master's Degree with 0-1+ years of industry experience
  • Able to develop and execute processes for scalable synthesis of biomolecules.
  • Familiarity with purification of DNA and RNA.
  • Experience with analytical biochemistry such as U / HPLC-based methods is preferred.
  • Ability to multitask and handle a diverse array of challenges within a dynamic team environment.

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Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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Company Description

Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

r n r nIf you would like to complete our voluntary self-identification form, please click here or copy and paste the following link into an open window in your browser : https : / / jobs.

beaconhillstaffing.com / eeoc / r n r nCompletion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment.

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