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Associate Scientist, Biology
45 Sidney Street Cambridge, MA 02139 US
Job Description
How will your role help us transform hope into reality?
You will have the opportunity to contribute to an early drug discovery program in the Targeted Protein Degradation space. This position offers the unique opportunity to directly impact a growing portfolio of targeted therapies in a fast-paced and innovative research environment. Your work will support the company to bring the next-generation treatment to benefit patients in need.
What will you do?
- Independently conduct, optimize, and proactively troubleshoot cellular screening assays and other mechanism of action studies.
- Responsible for data processing, interpretation, and presenting to cross functional team members.
- Design and execute experiments to evaluate MoA, target dependency, off target liabilities, phenotypic responses.
- Manage CRO’s to run cell-based assays and other molecular biology techniques.
- Experimental and intellectual contribution to cross-functional project teams.
- Maintain up to date with relevant literature.
- MS or BS in oncology, molecular biology, cell biology, or related discipline with 1+/ 4+ years of relevant experience.
- Excellent time management skills, and comfortable with multi-tasking to thrive in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
- Self-motivated creative scientist with a strong can-do attitude.
- Highly skilled in carrying out a wide range of state-of-the-art molecular and cellular biology techniques, including mammalian cell culture, CTG/CyQuant, AlphaLISA, western blots, qPCR, etc. High content imaging is a plus.
- Ability to learn and adapt to new technology as they become available.
- Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
- Good oral and written communication skills, as well as excellent documentation and organizational skills.
- Familiarity with standard software analytical tools, xlsx, Prism, etc.
- Commitment to our Core Values: Patients First, Thoughtfulness, Urgency, Trust, Optimism
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.
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