Scientist III

Description

The Genetic Medicine Group is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Scientist to join our AAV Technologies team and work collaboratively with our therapeutic area teams to advance companys rAAV pipeline. The successful candidate will have experience in chromatographic protein purification. The candidate will work in a fast-paced environment to investigate, develop, and optimize methods and technologies through hands-on laboratory work and literature review.Key Responsibilities Include:Purification of rAAV to support discovery research Develop and optimize production of high concentration and high quality AAV prepsAnalyze experimental data, generate plots, and summarize results and conclusions.Maintain a comprehensive Electronic Lab Notebook documenting experiments.Independently design, execute, and interpret critical experiments to answer scientific questionsUnderstand the broad objectives of the project as well as their role in achieving those objectives, and modify experimental plan when required, to respond.Innovate and implement new experimental protocols.Demonstrate a high level of proficiency.Set and meet experimental timelines. Impact projects mostly through lab activities.Learn, understand, and master new experimental techniques, and act as a resource of mentor for others.Routinely read and apply relevant scientific literature. Contribute to writing and conceptual framework of publications, presentations, and patents. Effectively organize and present scientific plans and data. Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, appropriate handling of materials in a BSL2 environment.Qualifications:BS or equivalent education with typically 5 or more years of experience, or MS or equivalent education with typically 5 or more years of experience, or PhD and no experience necessaryProtein purification experience with AKTA FPLC systems and chromatography methods.Demonstrated ability to learn, understand, and master new experimental techniques.Ability to multitask and work within timelines.Demonstrated scientific writing skills and strong verbal communication skills.Preferred Qualifications:Immuno Affinity Purification of multiple rAAV serotypesEmpty/Full Capsid Separation via ion exchange chromatography and ultracentrifugation

Skills

downstream, AKTA, FPLC, chromatography, immuno affinity purification, purification, AAV

Top Skills Details

downstream,AKTA,FPLC,chromatography,immuno affinity purification,purification,AAV

Experience Level

Expert Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Worcester,MA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 9, 2025.

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