16h ago
Research Associate, Molecular Biology
Cambridge, MA USA
$65k-$93.5k / year
full-timebiotech
๐ผ About This Role
You'll join Serif Biomedicines to build the next generation of Programmable Medicines. You'll focus on plasmid production and nucleic acid characterization to advance gene therapy. This role offers exposure to a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment backed by Flagship Pioneering.
๐ฏ What You'll Do
- Design and execute molecular cloning of inserts with varying lengths
- Troubleshoot cloning to ensure accurate plasmid sequences
- Maintain organized storage and electronic records of produced materials
- Optimize enzymatic reactions to enhance nucleic acid production and purity
๐ Requirements
- 2+ years of industry experience in immunology or biochemistry
- Strong hands-on experience in molecular cloning (e.g., Gibson, Golden Gate)
- Solid understanding of enzymatic reactions in nucleic acid synthesis
โจ Nice to Have
- Master's degree with 1+ year industry experience
- Experience in nucleic acid and protein innovation and assay development
๐ Benefits & Perks
- ๐๏ธ Healthcare coverage
- ๐ฐ Annual incentive program
- ๐ฆ Retirement benefits
๐จ Hiring Process
Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks ยท AI estimate
- 1Recruiter Callยท 30 min
- 2Technical Interviewยท 60 min
- 3Team Interviewยท 45 min
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