Genomics Scientist: Epigenetic Editing & NGS Innovation

Pioneering Medicines; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

FL114, Inc. is seeking an outstanding Scientist to join our Genomics team. We're looking for a skilled, NGS-focused molecular biologist to contribute to the development and advancement of our epigenetic editing programs, from early discovery research to preclinical development and beyond.

The successful candidate will be an essential member of a close-knit team of experimental and computational scientists. We are looking for enthusiastic, detail oriented, adaptive, and highly motivated

Qualifications

• PhD in Molecular Biology, Genomics, or related field, or BS/MS with 7+ years of relevant NGS experience.
• Direct experience performing NGS library prep for Illumina platforms.
• Familiarity with ATAC-seq, RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, Methyl-Seq, and/or 10X Single-cell.
• Deep theoretical and applied knowledge of core molecular biology tenets.
• Demonstrated experience in developing, troubleshooting, and optimizing assays/protocols.
• Experience in an industrial, drug-development environment preferred.
• Immunology-related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute NGS-based functional genomics assays in a high-throughput production environment that address core R&D needs in cell state mapping and therapeutic molecular validation
• Own the development and optimization of fit-for-purpose NGS solutions and molecular/cellular assay technologies
• Contribute directly at the bench in a small team, with a focus on technical depth

Skills

NGS experience

NGS library prep

ATAC-seq / RNA-seq / ChIP-seq

Illumina platforms

Molecular biology fundamentals

Assay development

Industrial drug development

Immunology

Education

PhD in Molecular Biology/Genomics

BS/MS with 7+ years NGS

Tools

Illumina instruments

Kingfisher automation

Liquid handling systems

Job description

FL114, Inc. is seeking an outstanding Scientist to join our Genomics team. We're looking for a skilled, NGS-focused molecular biologist to contribute to the development and advancement of our epigenetic editing programs, from early discovery research to preclinical development and beyond.

The successful candidate will be an essential member of a close-knit team of experimental and computational scientists. We are looking for enthusiastic, detail oriented, adaptive, and highly motivated