IVT RNA Production Research Associate

Flagship Pioneering, Inc.; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Terrana Biosciences in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Research Associate to join the IVT Production team and help generate high-quality RNA materials for discovery and product advancement across the company.

The role involves DNA assembly, cloning, IVT workflows, RNA synthesis and QC, and close collaboration with Molecular Biology, Discovery, Sequencing, and Bioinformatics teams to support project objectives.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Genetics, or a related field.
• RA I: B.S. degree with up to 2 years of lab experience; RA II: B.S. with 2–4 years or M.S. with up to 2 years.
• Experience with basic molecular biology techniques including PCR and gel electrophoresis.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and record-keeping.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Execute DNA assembly and cloning to generate constructs for RNA production.
• Perform bacterial transformation, colony screening, plasmid prep, and sequence verification.
• Execute IVT workflows to produce RNA for R&D programs.
• Perform RNA synthesis, purification, quantification, and QC.
• Maintain accurate experimental records and track samples using ELab systems.
• Support high-throughput RNA production operations ensuring quality and timely delivery.

Skills

Molecular biology techniques

PCR

Nucleic acid handling

Gel electrophoresis

Record-keeping

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. or M.S. in Molecular Biology/related field

Tools

LIMS systems

Automation platforms

IVT workflows

Job description

Terrana Biosciences in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Research Associate to join the IVT Production team and help generate high-quality RNA materials for discovery and product advancement across the company.

The role involves DNA assembly, cloning, IVT workflows, RNA synthesis and QC, and close collaboration with Molecular Biology, Discovery, Sequencing, and Bioinformatics teams to support project objectives.