Associate Scientist I

Meet Life Sciences; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences company is seeking an Associate Scientist I to support the stability program for siRNA therapeutics. The role involves performing analytical testing, contributing to data analysis, and collaborating with various departments to ensure compliance. This position is ideal for candidates with a BS in a relevant field and a year of laboratory experience. This is an entry-level contract role based in Cambridge, MA that offers a chance to grow within the organization.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in an analytical lab; QC/GMP experience preferred.
• Experience with physico-chemical methods for oligonucleotides or proteins preferred.
• Experience working in a multi-site organization or with contract manufacturers is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analytical testing for stability, photostability, and compatibility studies.
• Prepare study plans and monitor sample testing timelines.
• Support preparation of technical reports and regulatory submissions.

Skills

Analytical testing

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

BS in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or related field

Tools

UV spectrophotometry

Osmometry

Water content titration

Job description

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The Associate Scientist I will support the stability program for siRNA-based therapeutics by performing analytical testing on drug substances, drug products, intermediates, and critical raw materials. The role involves executing and analyzing stability, forced degradation, and related studies using techniques such as UV spectrophotometry, osmometry, and water content titration. The Associate Scientist will contribute to data collection, trending, and reporting to support regulatory submissions and clinical supply.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analytical testing for stability, photostability, stress, and compatibility studies.
• Prepare study plans, perform set-downs, and monitor sample testing timelines.
• Analyze and trend stability data; archive results in compliance with documentation standards.
• Support preparation of technical reports and regulatory submissions with analytical data.
• Collaborate across departments and with CMOs to support lifecycle management of stability programs.

Qualifications

• BS in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or a related field.
• 1+ years in an analytical lab; QC/GMP experience preferred.
• Experience with physico-chemical methods for oligonucleotides, oligosaccharides, or proteins preferred.
• Experience working in a multi-site organization or with contract manufacturers is a plus.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Science

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