Research Associate (Contractor

Torus Therapeutics is a new biotech company founded by Atlas Venture that is developing transformative gene therapies for severe genetic and rare diseases. Torus Therapeutics uses a unique and proprietary platform that is differentiated from current viral and mRNA gene therapy approaches. Join Torus’ dynamic and growing team as we build the product platform to bring much-needed therapies to patients.

Torus seeks a highly-motivated research associate contractor to support daily operations in the molecular biology laboratory. The successful candidate would report directly to the Senior Scientist, Platform Development and will assist in the development of Torus’s overall platform technology.

• Perform experiments supporting novel gene therapy platform
• Develop and execute analytical methods for the evaluation of novel constructs
• Execute analytical studies to evaluate gene expression
• Design, develop and organize novel libraries of gene therapeutics
• Conduct small-scale purifications to support process development
  
  Assist in the generation and review of protocols and reports
• Prepare, evaluate, and present data internally to cross functional teams

• B.S. in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or related discipline
• 1-3 years of relevant lab experience is ideal
• Experienced with molecular biology techniques (Western blot, qPCR, cloning)
• Primary laboratory presence (≥50%) required
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
• Must have excellent attention to details
• Strong collaboration and team-working skills
• Candidate must be able to work independently and organize activities

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.