Protein Sciences Research Associate II

Wishalicious; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Annual incentive program

Retirement benefits

Other benefits

Job summary

Flagship Pioneering in Cambridge, MA seeks a Research Associate II for the Protein Sciences team to support discovery, engineering, and characterization of proteins. The role emphasizes hands-on microbiology, cloning, expression, and screening to advance programs addressing global challenges.

You will work closely with the Principal Scientist and cross-functional partners in a fast-paced startup-style environment, generating reproducible data, documenting results, and contributing to scalable

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine microbiology operations including media preparation, agar plate preparation, and aseptic technique

Skills

Microbiology operations

Molecular cloning

Protein analysis (SDS-PAGE)

PCR & DNA assembly

Data documentation

Cross-functional collaboration

Independent troubleshooting

High-throughput screening exposure

Multi-host expression systems

Benchling familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field

Tools

Benchling

Geneious

Protein purification techniques

Job description

Flagship Pioneering in Cambridge, MA seeks a Research Associate II for the Protein Sciences team to support discovery, engineering, and characterization of proteins. The role emphasizes hands-on microbiology, cloning, expression, and screening to advance programs addressing global challenges.

You will work closely with the Principal Scientist and cross-functional partners in a fast-paced startup-style environment, generating reproducible data, documenting results, and contributing to scalable