Associate Scientist II - Delivery Biology
Overview:
We are seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist II in Delivery Biology to support our efforts focused on improving the cellular delivery of nucleic acid–based therapeutics. The successful candidate will play a key part in generating high-quality in vitro and ex vivo data to support delivery biology programs in a highly matrixed, cross-functional research environment. The individual will need excellent collaboration and communication skills to work collaboratively across the research department. This is a lab-based role at our Cambridge site.
Key Responsibilities
- Contribute to an interdisciplinary team focused on expanding targeted delivery into new cell types and tissues.
- Establish and execute cell based in vitro and ex vivo assays.
- Work collaboratively with tissue leads to help identify new cells and tissues to enable productive delivery of targeted oligonucleotides.
- Analyze, document, and interpret experimental data with strong attention to detail and data integrity.
- Transparently communicate results with key stakeholders throughout the organization.
Qualifications:
- BS or MS with 1-3 years of experience in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline.
- Industry experience is preferred but not necessary.
- Demonstrated expertise in in vitro cell biology techniques and cell-based assays such as cell culture, transfections, imaging, qPCR, and flow cytometry.
- Experience with tissue processing and primary cell isolation.
- Comfortable working in a highly collaborative, matrixed research environment.
- Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) are essential.
About Alnylam
We are the leader in RNAi therapeutics – a revolutionary approach with the potential to transform the lives of people with rare and common diseases. Built on Nobel Prize-winning science, Alnylam has delivered the breakthroughs that made RNAi therapeutics possible and are just at the beginning of what’s possible. Our deep pipeline, late-stage programs, and bold vision reflect our core values: fierce innovation, passion for excellence, purposeful urgency, open culture and commitment to people. We're proud to be a globally recognized top employer, where an authentic, inclusive culture and breakthrough thinking fuel one another.
At Alnylam, we commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their sex, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, pregnancy status or related conditions, genetic information, veteran or military status, marital or familial status, political affiliation, age, or any other factor protected by federal, state, or local law. Alnylam is an E-Verify Employer.
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The pay range below reflects the full-time base salary range we expect to pay for this role at the time of posting. 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).
Alnylam’s robust Total Rewards package is designed to support your overall health and well-being. We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a lifestyle reimbursement program, flexible spending and health savings accounts and a 401(k)with a generous company match. Eligible employees enjoy paid time off, wellness days, holidays, and two company-wide recharge breaks. We also offer generous family resources and leave. Our commitment to your well-being reflects our belief that caring for our people fuels the impact we create together.
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