Associate Scientist II, Delivery Biology

Associate Scientist II, Delivery Biology

We are seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist II in Delivery Biology to support our efforts focused on improving the cellular delivery of nucleic acid–based therapeutics. The successful candidate will play a key part in generating high-quality in vitro and ex vivo data to support delivery biology programs in a highly matrixed, cross-functional research environment. The individual will need excellent collaboration and communication skills to work collaboratively across the research department.

This is a lab-based role at our Cambridge site.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to an interdisciplinary team focused on expanding targeted delivery into new cell types and tissues.
• Establish and execute cell based in vitro and ex vivo assays.
• Work collaboratively with tissue leads to help identify new cells and tissues to enable productive delivery of targeted oligonucleotides.
• Analyze, document, and interpret experimental data with strong attention to detail and data integrity.
• Transparently communicate results with key stakeholders throughout the organization.

Qualifications:

• BS or MS with 1-3 years of experience in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
• Industry experience is preferred but not necessary.
• Demonstrated expertise in in vitro cell biology techniques and cell-based assays such as cell culture, transfections, imaging, qPCR, and flow cytometry.
• Experience with tissue processing and primary cell isolation.
• Comfortable working in a highly collaborative, matrixed research environment.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) are essential.

U.S. Pay Range $67,600.00 - $

The pay range reflects the full-time base salary range we expect to pay for this role at the time of posting. Base pay will be determined based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, and education. This role is eligible for an annual short-term incentive award (e.g., bonus or sales incentive) and an annual long-term incentive award (e.g., equity).

Alnylam's robust Total Rewards package is designed to support your overall health and well-being. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a lifestyle reimbursement program, flexible spending and health savings accounts and a 401(k) with a generous company match. Eligible employees enjoy paid time off, wellness days, holidays, and two company-wide recharge breaks.

We also offer generous family resources and leave. Our commitment to your well-being reflects our belief that caring for our people fuels the impact we create together.