Hands-On Molecular Biology Co-Op

Flagship Pioneering; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Serif Biomedicines in Cambridge (in partnership with Flagship Pioneering) offers a co-op position focused on hands-on molecular biology, DNA construct design, and analysis of cell phenotypes and protein expression. You’ll work within a dynamic team, performing core lab techniques and contributing to ongoing projects alongside senior scientists.

As a co-op, you will gain exposure to cloning strategies, PCR workflows, and data interpretation while developing a solid bench science foundation in a

Qualifications

• Pursuing a MS in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with core techniques: miniprep/midiprep, PCR, agarose gel electrophoresis, restriction enzyme digests, ligation, and DNA purification.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and clear written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and QC DNA constructs using restriction cloning, Gibson/Golden Gate assembly, and PCR.
• Run agarose DNA gels to analyze PCR products and digests; perform gel extraction and DNA purification.
• Set up restriction enzyme digests and ligations; optimize reaction conditions and troubleshoot cloning workflows
• Perform core molecular and cell biology tasks, including DNA/RNA extraction, qPCR/RT-qPCR, transfection/transduction, and clonal line generation
• Analyze and clearly communicate experimental results; iterate protocols in collaboration with experienced scientists

Skills

Motivated

Curious problem solving

Molecular biology

Education

MS in Molecular Biology/Cell Biology/Bioengineering/Biochemistry

Tools

Miniprep/Midiprep

PCR

Agarose gel electrophoresis

Restriction enzyme digests

Ligation

DNA purification

Job description

Serif Biomedicines in Cambridge (in partnership with Flagship Pioneering) offers a co-op position focused on hands-on molecular biology, DNA construct design, and analysis of cell phenotypes and protein expression. You’ll work within a dynamic team, performing core lab techniques and contributing to ongoing projects alongside senior scientists.

As a co-op, you will gain exposure to cloning strategies, PCR workflows, and data interpretation while developing a solid bench science foundation in a