Associate Scientist II, Analytical Sciences

About the role

The RNAi Discovery team is seeking a motivated individual to join our Annealing and Testing group as an Associate Scientist II. The Annealing and Testing group is responsible for the quality control of single stranded RNA using analytical techniques such as liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry. In addition, the group is responsible for formulating high quality test articles (siRNA) to support research efforts across multiple therapeutic areas. This position is onsite and will be located at our 675 W. Kendall St. location in Cambridge, MA.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of analytical samples.
• Analysis of synthetic RNA using analytical techniques such as HPLC and MS, to confirm identity and determine purity of product.
• Formulation and quality analysis of test articles (siRNA), by LCMS, UV spectroscopy and osmometry.
• Perform Bacterial Endotoxin Test (BET).
• Work closely with the team and cross-functionally to ensure required timelines are met.
• Organize, analyze and interpret data for presentations to team members and larger audiences within the research organization.
• Provide analytical support for various groups across research and early development, as needed.

Qualifications

• BS Chemistry, Biochemistry or related discipline with 0-3 years of work experience.
• Experience with analytical instrumentation such as HPLC, LCMS, UV-VIS is required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, good organization skills, the ability to multitask, and the ability to work within a team and/or independently are required.
• Complete record-keeping and excellent laboratory documentation practice (electronic notebook) are required.

Pay

The U.S. pay range for this role is $67,600.00 – $101,400.00. Base pay will be determined based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, skills, and education. This role is eligible for an annual short-term incentive award (e.g., bonus or sales incentive) and an annual long-term incentive award (e.g., equity).