Research Associate, Research Scientist

Research Associate

Contract Length: 12 months

Location:

Lexington, MA

Purpose:

To provide technical laboratory research effort in support of multiple projects focused on expedited evaluation and the clinical translation of therapies.

• siRNA drug candidate screening, hit identification, and lead optimization
• Cellular and molecular biology methodologies, e.g., mammalian cell culture; in vitro screening; cell-based assays; RNA extraction and RT-qPCR
• Analyze data and present the results in group meetings
• Maintain clear experimental records in laboratory notebooks; write SOPs and other technical reports as needed
• Work closely with research team members to quickly and effectively address critical questions related to the efficacy of our drugs
• Review literature and provide insights to research directions, while predominantly making hands-on contributions to the research

Qualifications:

• Master's in Cell and Molecular Biology or Pharmaceutical Sciences
• 4+ years of relevant drug discovery laboratory experience in industrial or academic environment is preferred
• Experience in cellular and molecular biology is essential (e.g., mammalian cell culture, cell-based assays, quantitative real-time PCR)
• Experience with primary human adipocytes and hepatocytes culture is preferred
• Experience with advanced in vitro model systems including organoids and other 3D culture systems is highly preferred
• Experience with RNAi and in vitro screening is preferred
• Candidate must have strong oral and written communication skills, strong work ethics and demonstrated to be an effective contributor to group projects in a team-oriented environment
• The ability to perform and interpret experiments reliably, and to advance projects aggressively towards defined goals is expected.

Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary/hourly rate for this position is between $45.00 - 48.00 per hour. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits:
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [medical insurance], [dental insurance], [vision insurance], [401(k) retirement plan], [life insurance], [long-term disability insurance], [short-term disability insurance], [paid parking/public transportation], [Paid time off], [Days/hours of paid sick and safe time], [Days/hours of paid vacation time], [Weeks of paid parental leave], [Paid holidays annually], [any additional benefits applicable].