Lead, Molecular Cloning & Construct Technologies

Terrana Biosciences, Inc.; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 161,000 - 204,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Annual incentive program

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Terrana Biosciences, Inc. in Cambridge, MA is seeking an Associate Director, Molecular Cloning Technologies to lead the vision, development, and scaling of cloning and construct generation across the company. As a scientific leader, you will define cloning strategies, develop high-throughput workflows, mentor scientists, and accelerate innovation through external collaborations. The role requires a Ph.D. with 10+ years of experience and strong technical leadership.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Molecular Biology or related field with 10+ years of industry/postdoctoral leadership.
• Deep expertise in molecular cloning, DNA assembly, vector engineering.
• Experience leading cross-functional scientific initiatives from concept to execution.
• Experience developing, implementing, and scaling high-throughput cloning workflows and automation.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the long-term cloning strategy.
• Own cloning function and construct generation operations.
• Develop and implement novel cloning technologies and automation solutions.
• Improve throughput, turnaround time, automation, quality, and unit economics.

Skills

Molecular cloning

DNA assembly

Vector engineering

High-throughput workflows

Laboratory automation

Cross-functional leadership

Scientific leadership

Education

Ph.D. in Molecular Biology or related field

Tools

LIMS

Automation platforms

Job description

Terrana Biosciences, Inc. in Cambridge, MA is seeking an Associate Director, Molecular Cloning Technologies to lead the vision, development, and scaling of cloning and construct generation across the company. As a scientific leader, you will define cloning strategies, develop high-throughput workflows, mentor scientists, and accelerate innovation through external collaborations. The role requires a Ph.D. with 10+ years of experience and strong technical leadership.