Research Associate​/Senior RA; Molecular Biology), in vivo Pharmacology

Atalanta is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Research Associate to join the in vivo pharmacology group tosupport Atalanta’s drug discovery programs. Successful candidate will have astrong background in molecular and biochemical assays and method development withhands-on experience in processing CNS tissue and molecular analysis to assess target gene and protein expression. Weare seeking candidates who thrive in a team-oriented, fast-paced, andcross-disciplinary small biotech environment.

The candidate will be responsible for assay development and execution of experiments to determine the biodistribution,pharmacodynamic properties and efficacy of oligonucleotides in research andpreclinical studies supporting multiple drug discovery programs and platform discovery research.

• Work closely with pharmacology team members to design and execute assays to assess the pharmacological activity, biodistribution and efficacy of oligos in research and preclinical studies to support development of oligonucleotide therapies for neurodegenerative diseases.
• Perform various molecular and biochemical assays on tissue samples from preclinical studies for a variety of CNS drug development programs, including molecular genotyping using PCR assays, quantitative and qualitative analysis of target mRNAs and proteins, quantitative characterization of siRNA from CNS and other tissue matrices, in situ hybridization to characterize mRNA distribution, and transcriptome analysis using RNAseq,
• Manage tissue analysis and oversee the transfer and storageof samples from rodent and large animal studies performed at Atalanta or at external CRO facilities.
• Independent analysis and interpretation of data, careful documentation of experiments and presentation of results within the company

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education with typically 3-5+ years of laboratory working experience, or a Master’sDegree with 0-3+ years experience.
• Hands-on experience in molecular, biochemical and cell biological assays including tissue and cellular DNA/RNA isolation,qRT-PCR, ELISA, in situ hybridization, immunohistochemistry, andcell/tissue imaging by microscopy.
• Hands-on experience in gel electrophoresis and capillary electrophoresis systems such as Bioanalyzer would be preferred.
• Experience in establishing analytical methods for HPLCand Mass Spectrometry would be desirable but not required.
• Experience in CNS tissue harvesting and processing including rodent brain collection, sample collection from large animal brain andspinal cord and tissue homogenization would be preferred
• Experience in animal handling, drug delivery via different routes (IV, IT, stereotactic brain injection, etc.), tissue collection and processing would be desirable but not required.
• Self-motivation, ability to work independently,excellent organization skills with strong attention to details
• Ability to adapt and exercise flexibility for changing platform needs, workflows and projects.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written)

Atalanta is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color,gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status,genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Atalanta will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals