Scientist III

Planet Pharma; Worcester (MA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in biotherapeutics is seeking a highly skilled Scientist III to support its innovative siRNA group. The role offers an exciting opportunity to design and execute groundbreaking research on RNA-based therapies. Ideal candidates will possess a PhD or extensive experience in key biological disciplines. Responsibilities include leading research, resolving project challenges, and contributing to collaborative projects aimed at advancing therapeutic applications.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent experience in relevant field.
• Strong hands-on experience in relevant technologies.
• Outstanding aptitude for experimental design.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional team research for siRNA platform development.
• Analyze and interpret multidisciplinary data for future directions.
• Contribute to reports and presentations.

Skills

Cell Biology

Molecular Biology

Biochemistry

mammalian cell culture

qPCR

sequencing

protein quantification

experimental design

creative problem solving

team collaboration

Education

PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry

Master’s degree with 8 years relevant experience

Tools

DNA/RNA editing tools

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Position Overview

Seeking a Contract Scientist to support the siRNA group within the Biotherapeutics and Genetic Medicine (BGM) department. This temporary position offers the opportunity to contribute to the design and execution of cutting-edge experimental approaches to address key scientific challenges related to oligonucleotide therapeutics. The successful candidate will apply their scientific expertise to drive innovation, collaborate across teams, and support the development of novel RNA-based therapies.

Job Description

Target PR Range: 43-63/hr depending on experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead research efforts within a cross-functional team to advance siRNA platform development for therapeutic applications.
• Resolve key project hurdles and assumptions utilizing available information and technical expertise.
• Work autonomously to perform laboratory research or develop methods with minimal supervision, consistently delivering high-quality results.
• Demonstrate expertise in a wide range of relevant technologies and methodologies.
• Conceive and execute novel scientific research that achieves project goals.
• Maintain high productivity in the laboratory, ensuring efficiency in experiment execution.
• Analyze and interpret multidisciplinary data, generating conclusions that drive future experimental directions.
• Contribute to internal reports, presentations, and potentially intellectual property filings.

Skills And Requirements

• PhD (or equivalent experience) in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related field. Alternatively, a Master’s degree with 8 years of relevant experience may be considered.
• Strong hands-on experience in cell and molecular biology, including mammalian cell culture, mRNA isolation/quantitation by qPCR, sequencing (NGS/Sanger), and protein quantification by ELISA and western blot.
• Experience in oligonucleotide therapeutics is a plus.
• Familiarity with CNS disease models and DNA/RNA editing tools is highly desired.
• Outstanding aptitude for experimental design and execution, efficient assay development, and creative problem solving.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced research environment.
• Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.

The Planet Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting

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