Associate Scientist II, Process Sciences

Overview:

The successful candidate will be responsible for process development, process characterization and scale-up of small molecules and oligonucleotide drug candidates. The candidate will work closely with cross‑functional teams and contract manufacturing organizations on process development, process transfer and oversight of manufacturing processes.

• Design and conduct laboratory experiments, analyze results, and draw meaningful conclusions.
• Support Synthesis and downstream processing method optimization.
• Execution of oligonucleotide synthesis and downstream processes to provide the research and in‑house non‑GMP material in a tight timeline.
• Execution of in‑process analytical tests.
• Participate in creating and reviewing SOPs and batch records in support of the in‑house non‑GMP manufacture.
• Oligonucleotide manufacturing, process development, optimization and scale up.
• Operation and optimization of downstream processing.
• Manufacturing of oligonucleotide APIs in a cGLP environment.
• Operation of analytical instruments and application of analytical techniques.

• BS in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry with 1-3 years lab experience, preferably in an industrial setting.
• Basic understanding of analytical techniques (pH, osmolality, conductivity measurement, HPLC, LC‑MS etc.). Related hands‑on experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of oligonucleotide manufacture process including phosphoramidite chemistry, Synthesis, chromatography, ultrafiltration etc. is a plus.
• Experience in record‑keeping and excellent laboratory documentation practice, are required. Strong commitment to high laboratory and scientific standard.

$69,400.00 - $94,000.00

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.

We are the leader in RNAi therapeutics- a revolutionary approach with the potential to transform the lives of people with rare and common diseases. Built on Nobel Prize‑winning science, Alnylam has delivered the breakthroughs that made RNAi therapeutics possible and are just at the beginning of what's possible. Our deep pipeline, late‑stage programs, and bold vision reflect our core values: fierce innovation, passion for excellence, purposeful urgency, open culture and commitment to people.

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