Senior Scientist, Analytical Development and Quality Control
Metaphore BiotechnologiesDrug Discovery company
Cambridge, United States$126,000 - $181,500Senior
Flagship Pioneering
Data & AINew
About the role
TL;DR
Senior Scientist to lead analytical method development and quality control for novel gene therapies.
- •{"about_the_role": "Serif Biomedicines is seeking a Senior Scientist to lead method development, optimization, and qualification for novel nucleic acid therapeutics and LNP delivery vehicles.
- •This role involves hands-on laboratory work and mentoring junior team members in a fast-paced biotech environment.", "key_responsibilities": ["Lead method development and implementation for nucleic acid cargo and LNP product release, stability, and characterization.", "Optimize specificity, sensitivity, precision, accuracy, and linearity of analytical methods.", "Troubleshoot assay development and instrument operation issues.", "Plan and schedule development projects and routine testing.", "Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior colleagues."], "requirements": ["Degree in Chemistry, Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology or related field (B.S. 14+ yrs, M.S. 12+ yrs, or Ph.D. 5+ yrs experience).", "Hands-on experience with mRNA/DNA cargo and LNP products.", "Demonstrated technical expertise in HPLC separations or LC-MS, with a track record of developing and troubleshooting analytical methods.", "Experience mentoring, training, or providing technical guidance to junior staff is desired.", "Strong communication and organization skills; knowledge of Benchling, MS Office, JMP, GraphPad, Empower, Chromeleon."]}
Required skills
PythonMentoring
Domain expertise
biotechhealthcare
Benefits & perks
healthcare coverage, annual incentive program, retirement benefits
Tech stack
Python
