Senior Research Associate, Histology (Contract)

Flagship Pioneering, Inc.; Watertown (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Retirement benefits

Annual incentive program

Broad range of other benefits

Job summary

Mirai Bio, a privately-held biotechnology company founded by Flagship Pioneering, is seeking a Senior Research Associate, Histology contractor to support the Platform Group. The role involves hands-on histology, cell culture, and in vitro assays within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

The successful candidate will work independently and with a collaborative team, applying histology expertise and data interpretation to advance genomic medicine technologies and partner programs.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related scientific discipline.
• BS + 5 years of relevant industry or research experience; MS + 3 years of relevant experience.
• Previous histology evaluation and in vitro cell-based assays required.
• Strong cell culture experience with protocol execution and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Perform tissue processing for histology and plate-based assays.
• Review data slides for immunohistochemistry and immunofluorescence readouts.
• Manage external vendors/CROs for histology assays.
• Develop or optimize assays based on lab techniques.
• Document assay results accurately in ELN or equivalent system.

Skills

Histology evaluation

In vitro cell assays

Cell culture

Independent cross-functional work

Analytical data interpretation

Education

BS in Biology/Biochemistry/Molecular Biology

MS in Biology/Biochemistry/Molecular Biology

Tools

Lipid nanoparticles experience

Job description

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Mirai Bio is a privately-held, Flagship-founded biotechnology company that is delivering genetic medicines from promise to performance. Mirai was built to solve one of the field’s central challenges: achieving precise, scalable delivery of diverse nucleic acid payloads to specific cells and tissues, particularly beyond the liver. By combining a large and growing proprietary in vivo biodistribution dataset, machine learning-guided lipid nanoparticle optimization, modular targeted particle design, and integrated translation and manufacturing capabilities, Mirai helps partners accelerate development, reduce technical risk, and pursue high-value programs making delivery a strategic advantage. We are seeking collaborative, relentless problem solvers that share our passion for defining the future of genetic medicines together.

THE ROLE

We are seeking a Senior Research Associate, Histology contractor to join the Platform Group at Mirai Bio to support laboratory research activities towards development of novel technologies enabling next generation genomic medicines. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the technical and equipment needs in a lab as well as significant hands-on experience with standard histology, cell culturing and in vitro cell biology techniques. They will work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performing laboratory assays and tasks including processing tissues for histology, plate-based reporter assays and additional in vitro assays
• Review data slides to streamline optimization and data analysis of immune histochemistry and immuno florescence readouts
• Help manage external vendors and CRO in support of histology assays
• Developing new assays or optimizing existing ones based on in-depth knowledge of laboratory techniques.
• Analyzing and accurately documenting assay results in an electronic lab notebook or other technical reporting formats

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS

• BS or MS in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related scientific discipline
• BS + 5 years of relevant industry or research experience
• MS + 3 years of relevant industry or research experience
• Previous experience with histology evaluation and in vitro cell based assays is required
• Strong cell culture experience, including experience executing protocols, troubleshooting assays is preferred
• Prior experience working with lipid nanoparticles is a plus
• Proven ability to work independently and cross-functionally with highly skilled teams in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and technical environment
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Motivated, curious, and comfortable working with highly technical projects and personnel
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, capable of conveying technical information in a clear and thorough manner

ABOUT FLAGSHIP PIONEERING

Flagship Pioneering invents and builds platform companies, each with the potential for multiple products that transform human health, sustainability and beyond. Since its launch in 2000, Flagship has originated more than 100 companies. Many of these companies have addressed humanity’s most urgent challenges: vaccinating billions of people against COVID-19, curing intractable diseases, improving human health, preempting illness, and feeding the world by improving the resiliency and sustainability of agriculture.

Flagship has been recognized twice on FORTUNE's “Change the World” list, an annual ranking of companies that have made a positive social and environmental impact through activities that are part of their core business strategies and has been twice named to Fast Company's annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies. Learn more about Flagship at www.flagshippioneering.com.

At Flagship, we accept impossible missions to enable bigger leaps. Our core values guide us through uncertainty and toward lasting impact.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The salary range for this role is $38 - $51. Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience.

Mirai Bio currently offers the following benefits:

• healthcare coverage
• annual incentive program
• retirement benefits
• a broad range of other benefits