Senior Research Associate, Analytical

Invaio Sciences; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative bio platform company is seeking a Senior Research Associate to join its Analytical Sciences team. This role is pivotal in executing analytical procedures and conducting testing to support R&D projects focused on nature-positive agriculture. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment, utilizing advanced analytical methods to deliver data-driven insights. With a commitment to rigorous workflows and collaboration, you'll play a key role in developing and validating new analytical methods that enhance crop health solutions. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to improving agricultural practices through scientific innovation.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of industry experience in analytical chemistry preferred.
• Technical knowledge in method development and validation for peptide/protein quantitation.

Responsibilities

• Execute analytical procedures to quantify protein and peptide actives in samples.
• Conduct daily analytical testing using techniques like HPLC and LCMS.

Skills

Protein and peptide quantitation

Analytical testing

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Method development

Education

BS in Chemistry

MS in Analytical Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

LCMS

ELISA

XCalibur

Open Lab

MassLynx

Job description

About Invaio Sciences

Invaio Sciences, founded by Flagship Pioneering, is a bio platform company accelerating the leap to nature-positive agriculture. The company builds on advances in human health and digital innovation to develop biological technologies for crop health, enabling farmers to both improve yields and use more natural crop health solutions.

About the role

Invaio is seeking to hire an innovative and highly motivated Senior Research Associate to join our Analytical Sciences team. The ideal candidate will join a dynamic team that plays a central role in collecting and interpreting analytical data in support of multiple R&D projects spanning Invaio's pipeline of innovative crop health solutions.

What you'll do

1. Execute analytical procedures to quantify protein and peptide actives in different samples (fermentation media, formulated samples, plant tissue).
2. Conduct daily analytical testing using techniques like HPLC, LCMS, Western blot, BCA, and ELISA.
3. Implement and optimize procedures to measure active ingredients, focusing on increasing throughput and reducing turnaround time.
4. Participate in lab operations, follow SOPs, manage lab records, and maintain/troubleshoot instruments.
5. Analyze data, prepare reports, and document results in electronic notebooks (e.g., Benchling).
6. Interact with R&D team members to support project leads and stakeholders.
7. Write protocols, SOPs, and manage documentation of lab procedures.
8. Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.
9. Contribute to developing and validating new analytical methods.

Qualifications

1. BS or MS in chemistry or analytical chemistry, with 2-4 years of industry experience preferred.
2. Technical knowledge in method development, validation, and data analysis for peptide/protein quantitation using HPLC, Triple LCMS, Orbitrap.
3. Experience with HPLC, LCMS, ELISA, and other analytical methods for small molecules and biopolymers (peptides, proteins, nucleic acids, lipids).
4. Proficiency in analytical tools (e.g., XCalibur, Open Lab, MassLynx).
5. Ability to generate and interpret data for reports and presentations.
6. Commitment to reproducible and rigorous workflows.
7. Independent, creative thinker with strong problem-solving skills.
8. Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and collaborate across disciplines.
9. Adaptable to fast-paced, innovative environments.
10. Experience with bioanalytical methods like ELISA (preferred but not required).
11. Experience with Skyline, BioPharma, and Trace Finder is a plus.

Inquiries & Considerations

Invaio is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a proactive program of diversity development. Invaio will continue to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels without regard to race, religion, gender, marital status, familial status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, source of income, or veteran status.