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Position: Bench Scientist I

Location: 100% onsite at Cambridge, MA

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform routine lab assays with established protocols.
• Conduct 100% bench work and report data into the lab’s tracking system.
• Work closely with senior scientists for program-related assays.
• Escalate issues or deviations—candidate does not need to troubleshoot independently, but must communicate effectively.

Required & Preferred Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s in Life Sciences required (biology, biochemistry, protein science preferred).
• Master’s not preferred due to bill rate limitations.

Experience

• 0–1 year (entry level).
• Academic research experience is acceptable; industry experience is a plus but not required.

Key Skills

• Micro pipetting (top skill)
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Analytical mindset
• Basic understanding of HPLC, chromatography, or handling large-molecule biologics preferred.
• Strong willingness to learn and adapt.
• They do NOT need to hit the ground running 

ROLE SUMMARY:

We are seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist to join the Molecular Assessment and Profiling group. This role contributes to the selection of high-quality biotherapeutics candidates by generating characterization data using a suite of established biophysical and analytical methods.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Learn and perform physicochemical, thermal, and colloidal stability assessment of biotherapeutic candidates using a suite of established assays.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data to support selection of lead biotherapeutic molecules.
• Contribute to improvement activities aimed at increasing efficiency and throughput within the group.
• Accurately document experimental procedures, results, and analyses in electronic notebook

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) with at least one year relevant experience in biochemistry, or a related field
• Proficient in micropipetting and a solid foundation of general laboratory scientific practices
• Knowledgeable with various analytical techniques such as DSC, DLS, aSEC, iCE and cGE
• Strong attention to details (analytical-minded) with the ability to multitask efficiently.
• Ability to learn new techniques rapidly and follow established protocols with precision.
• Ability to perform tasks under close supervision with frequent review of results.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with automation is a plus