Associate Scientist, Analytical Development
Company Overview:
Strand Therapeutics is an early-stage biotechnology company utilizing synthetic biology to genetically program mRNA to deliver truly revolutionary immunotherapies.
Building on the idea of creating smart therapies based on Boolean logic circuits, Strand was started by biological engineers working together at MIT who were seeking to apply the concept of the emerging field of mRNA therapeutics. This collaboration led them to build their own mRNA “programming language,” creating the world’s first platform for mRNA smart therapies.
The founders and scientific advisors of Strand Therapeutics are made up of well-known and highly regarded individuals in both academia and the biotech industry. Our corporate headquarters are located in of Cambridge, MA, with additional sites in Boston and Watertown, MA.
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Job Summary:
Strand is looking to build a team that understands the value of working at a start-up. Joining Strand now places you alongside the founding executive team and world-leading advisors. We are looking for people who have the enthusiasm and motivation to be a highly contributing member of a small team. This opportunity will offer the employee the ability to work closely with the founding team, as well as to form close partnerships with team members during the initial growth stage of Strand.
We are looking for a highly motivated and innovative candidate for the role of Associate Scientist, Analytical Development. The expectation is that the Associate Scientist will have experience independently executing analytical experiments using HPLC/UPLC techniques. Reporting to the Scientist in Analytical Development, the right candidate will be a strategic thinker that brings a leadership presence and enthusiasm for Strand along with a desire to conquer new challenges.
You are someone who is:
- Looking to develop as a scientist and problem-solver and become an integral part of Strand’s process development efforts.
- Searching for an opportunity to grow within an early-stage company and help invent the next generation of gene therapies.
- Willing to learn new skills as your role progresses within the organization.
- Learning quickly on the job and can take up new and exciting projects without much oversight.
Some of the work you will be doing:
- Assist in development and execution of chromatography-based mRNA/LNP analytical methods
- Use various statistical tools to analyze and independently draw conclusions about data.
- Analytically support screening, optimization, and scale-up efforts in mRNA and LNP Process Development
Qualifications:
- B.S./M.S. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or other relevant scientific discipline.
- 1-3 years of experience with a focus on varying liquid chromatography modes (RP, RP-IP, AEX, SEC, etc), LC-MS, or capillary gel electrophoresis
- Experience in HPLC method development
- Understanding of enzymatic and chemical reactions, PCR, plasmid processing, and standard analytical techniques for biologics or nucleic acid therapies
- This position requires conducting laboratory experiments, excellent documentation review and writing skills, and the flexibility to work on multiple projects as needed
- Familiarity with process development, and/or regulatory aspects of mRNA-(lipid) nanoparticle products would be a plus.
- Ability to quickly adapt to change and thrive in a dynamic and entrepreneurial early-stage environment.
- A strong team player with excellent oral and written communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work independently.
- Independently motivated, detail oriented and good problem-solving ability.
Strand offers a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, team-focused startup environment. We also offer a top-notch benefits package (health, dental, life, vacation, commuter, and lunch) and work/life integration. Being part of the Strand team allows you to become part of a small team that supports professional development while working together to meet Strand’s goals.
Strand Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable law. Strand does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: commensurate with role and experience