Contract Associate Scientist, HTS-NGS - Onsite Cambridge

Planet Pharma; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma in Cambridge, MA is seeking a contract Associate Scientist for our HTS-NGS operations. You will design and execute high-throughput cell-based assays, prepare amplicon-seq libraries, and maintain sequencing workflows to support RNA editing technology development.

You will analyze HTS/NGS data, collaborate with cross-functional teams, document rigorously, and help drive operational improvements in a fast-paced biotech environment.

Qualifications

• BS with 5+ years in molecular biology or related field.
• MS with 3+ years in molecular biology or related field.
• Experience with high-throughput assays and automated workflows.
• Proven wet-lab skills in RNA/DNA handling and sequencing prep.
• Familiarity with NGS workflows (amplicon-seq, RNA-seq) and data QC.
• Strong documentation and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in a fast-paced team.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute high-throughput cell-based assays for oligonucleotide projects.
• Prepare amplicon-seq libraries and run QC on sequencing data.
• Operate NGS platforms and related equipment, troubleshoot workflows.
• Analyze HTS/NGS data and present results with cross-functional teams.
• Support lab operations, inventory management, and ELN documentation.
• Collaborate to improve processes and contribute to lead discovery.

Skills

HTS assays

Cell culture

Transfection

PCR/qPCR

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's degree in molecular biology

Master's degree in molecular biology or related field

Tools

Benchling (LIMS)

Jira/Confluence

Viaflo96/384

HiRes/Certus Flex

Tempest

Illumina MiSeq

Qubit

Tape Station / Fragment Analyzer

Job description

Planet Pharma in Cambridge, MA is seeking a contract Associate Scientist for our HTS-NGS operations. You will design and execute high-throughput cell-based assays, prepare amplicon-seq libraries, and maintain sequencing workflows to support RNA editing technology development.

You will analyze HTS/NGS data, collaborate with cross-functional teams, document rigorously, and help drive operational improvements in a fast-paced biotech environment.