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Senior Research Associate/Associate Scientist in Biochemistry

Flagship Pioneering, Inc.Cambridge, MA USA
On-site Full-time $81K/yr - $126.5K/yr

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The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in biochemistry, structural biology, or biopolymer engineering. Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation for biomolecular characterization is essential.

About the job

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

We are a pioneering start-up dedicated to transforming the landscape of chemical discovery. Our innovative platform integrates artificial intelligence with a state-of-the-art laboratory discovery pipeline to redefine molecular formulation development. Our interdisciplinary team is exploring uncharted chemical territories, facilitating significant advancements in drug delivery, agricultural formulations, and sustainable, high-performance industrial chemicals.

Backed by Flagship Pioneering, a leader in biotechnology origination, we have fostered over 115 scientific ventures in 25 years, generating more than $20 billion in aggregate value, 500+ patents, and over 50 clinical trials for groundbreaking therapeutic agents.

THE ROLE

We are on the lookout for a passionate and skilled Senior Research Associate or Associate Scientist to enhance our formulation discovery platform by characterizing biomolecules. This position involves utilizing a range of biophysical and biochemical methodologies to analyze the effects of formulations on biomolecular integrity, aggregation, and functional stability. You will collaborate closely with chemists and machine-learning experts to produce high-quality experimental data that drives formulation design and predictive modeling initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a solid background in biochemistry, structural biology, or biopolymer engineering, complemented by practical experience with analytical instrumentation for biomolecular characterization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Conduct experiments assessing biomolecular stability and solubility across various formulation conditions.
  • Evaluate cargo structural integrity and folding utilizing circular dichroism (CD) spectroscopy and complementary biophysical techniques.
  • Measure biomolecular interactions and stability through spectroscopy, dynamic light scattering, and electrophoretic methods.
  • Prepare samples for diverse external workflows to evaluate molecular integrity and degradation.

Experimental Pipeline Support

  • Collaborate with formulation chemists to investigate cargo-formulation interactions across different experimental contexts.
  • Generate high-quality experimental datasets to assist internal modeling and data analysis processes.
  • Support laboratory instrumentation maintenance and troubleshooting.
  • Maintain organized laboratory records, analyze results, and communicate findings effectively to cross-functional teams.

About Flagship Pioneering, Inc.

Join a groundbreaking start-up revolutionizing chemical discovery through AI and advanced laboratory methodologies. Be part of a dynamic team backed by Flagship Pioneering, a leader in life sciences innovation with a strong track record of success.

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