Research Associate at STRM.BIO Cambridge, MA

STRM.BIO; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Job summary

A emerging biotech firm in Cambridge, MA is seeking a Research Associate to join its team. The role involves supporting research efforts, maintaining rigorous standards, and collaborating on key programs. Candidates should have a B.S. or M.S. in relevant fields, along with familiarity in gene-editing technologies. This is a full-time, on-site position with a competitive salary range of $70,000 to $90,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Some prior industry experience is strongly preferred.
• Academic or industry experience working with T cells in a research setting.
• Familiarity with gene-editing technologies and delivery platforms.
• Prior experience with CRO collaboration or CMC workflows is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Support the Research Team in efforts across multiple collaborative research programs.
• Contribute to R&D efforts to meet project milestones.
• Maintain standards consistent with company culture and values.
• Generate, analyze, and share experimental results.
• Maintain accurate records in electronic lab notebooks.

Skills

Prior industry experience

Working with T cells

Gene-editing technologies

Animal handling

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

B.S. or M.S. in biology, immunology, bioengineering, or related field

Tools

CRISPR

TALEN

ZFN

Viral vectors

LNPs

Exosomes

Job description

Research Associate job at STRM.BIO. Cambridge, MA.

ABOUT STRM.BIO STRM.BIO (pronounced “storm bio”) is a VC-backed biotech startup building a new kind of gene therapy delivery platform based on naturally occurring extracellular vesicles (EVs). We're leveraging the unique biology of EVs to unlock targeted, scalable, and low-immunogenicity genetic medicines that target the bone marrow. We’re a small, fast-moving team based at The Engine in Cambridge, MA. We believe in simplicity, integrity, and keeping people at the center of everything we do. We’re here to do great science and build a company we’re proud of.

THE OPPORTUNITY We’re looking for Research Associates to help grow our research engine. You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with the Director of Research and a team of Scientists to support key programs and facilitate external collaborations. This is a hands-on, highly cross-functional role ideal for someone who’s ready to dive in and execute in equal measure. This is a full-time, on-site role.

WHAT YOU’LL DO (Key Responsibilities)

• Support the Research Team in efforts across multiple collaborative research programs
• Contribute to R&D efforts to meet project milestones, maintaining the standards of scientific rigor and adhering to ethical standards
• Maintain standards consistent with company culture and values
• Work closely with team members to maintain project development, implementation and troubleshooting of experiments
• Generate, analyze, and share experimental results and ensure that all protocols, reagents, data, and analyses are documented following data integrity principles and prepared and made available in a timely manner
• Attend team meetings to discuss results, future plans and experiments, with a keenness to help achieve company milestones
• Maintain comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of molecular and cellular biology techniques
• Perform other duties as assigned, including all those associated with facilitating the smooth operation of a wet lab environment
• Maintain accurate records in electronic lab notebooks (ELNs) and contribute to documentation for internal reports and regulatory filings
• Attend regular EHS meetings and maintain accurate biologic and chemical records

WHAT YOU BRING (Required Qualifications)

• B.S. or M.S. in biology, immunology, bioengineering, or related field
• Some prior industry experience is strongly preferred
• Academic or industry experience working with T cells in a research setting
• Familiarity with gene-editing technologies (e.g., CRISPR, TALEN, ZFNs) and delivery platforms (e.g., viral vectors, LNPs, exosomes)
• Previous involvement in in vivo studies or willingness to learn animal handling and vivarium protocols
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with comfort operating in interdisciplinary project teams
• Prior experience with CRO collaboration or CMC workflows is a bonus

KEY POSITION DETAILS

• 100% on-site in Cambridge, MA
• Full time with competitive compensation
• The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $90,000 USD annually. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on various factors, including, without limitation, individual education, experience, tenure, skills, abilities, and internal equity and alignment with market data, including potential adjustments for geographic location.