Scientist, Synthetic Biology

The role

The Scientist of Synthetic Biology will use biological design principles to build RNA-based genetic circuits. This role involves designing synthetic genetic constructs and testing engineered circuits in cell systems to facilitate drug discovery and development.

What you will do

• Design and develop synthetic genetic constructs to enable programmable, cell-type specific gene expression.
• Build and test engineered circuits for desirable phenotypes in relevant cell systems in vitro.
• Plan experiments utilizing molecular techniques including molecular cloning, mammalian cell transfection, flow cytometry, ELISA, qPCR, Western blot etc.
• Maintain proper records in electronic notebook and contribute to writing protocols.
• Communicate experimental methods and results to fellow team members and work closely with cross-functional teams.

Required qualifications

• PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Boinformatics, or equivalent required.
• 1-2 years of professional research experience in industrial and/or academia required.
• Ability to plan, design and execute experiments as part of a project.
• Ability to communicate findings to a diverse audience.
• Ability to iterate on ideas for optimizing genetic circuit designs for a desired behavior.
• Experience with cellular and molecular biology techniques like molecular cloning, qPCR, mammalian cell culture, and transfection required.
• Hands-on experience with in vitro transcription of mRNA required.
• 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.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

Nice to have

• Prior experience with flow cytometry, image analysis, and automation equipment is a plus.

Benefits

• health
• dental
• life
• open PTO
• onsite lunch catering
• commuter support
• work/life flexibility and integration

About the company

Strand Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering programmable mRNA therapeutics. Headquartered in Boston, MA, the company is advancing a pipeline with an initial focus on oncology and autoimmune disease.