Biology Scientist I: RNA Editing Therapeutics

Orro; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity-based compensation

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Dependent care FSA

HSA account

Free parking

Job summary

Korro Bio is seeking a highly motivated Scientist I to join our biology group in Cambridge, MA. The ideal candidate has a strong background in cell and molecular biology and can independently develop and troubleshoot assays.

This lab-based role focuses on expanding our RNA editing therapeutics by validating targets in liver-relevant contexts, with opportunities to mentor junior scientists and collaborate across platforms.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mammalian cell culture including iPSCs and primary cells.
• Experience with stable cell line engineering.
• Proficiency in standard cell biology and molecular biology techniques.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute functional cell-based assays to validate targets and measure activity.
• Establish hepatocyte cultures and iPSC-derived hepatocytes, and co-culture systems for robust readouts.
• Collaborate with in vivo pharmacology to assess pharmacodynamic effects of compounds.
• Analyze complex datasets and maintain accurate lab records.
• Support operations: troubleshooting, equipment maintenance and CRO management.
• Present data and recommendations to cross‑functional teams and leadership.
• Collaborate with platform, data science, HTS, in vivo pharmacology and DMPK teams to deliver high-quality results.
• Mentor junior team members in planning and execution of experiments.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

iPSC-derived cells

Co-culture models

Western blot

ELISA

RT-qPCR

Flow cytometry

Data analysis

Education

Ph.D. in cell biology / related field

MS with 6-9+ years experience

Job description

Korro Bio is seeking a highly motivated Scientist I to join our biology group in Cambridge, MA. The ideal candidate has a strong background in cell and molecular biology and can independently develop and troubleshoot assays.

This lab-based role focuses on expanding our RNA editing therapeutics by validating targets in liver-relevant contexts, with opportunities to mentor junior scientists and collaborate across platforms.