Associate Scientist II, Biology

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The CNS Research Group at Alnylam is seeking a self-driven Associate Scientist II with expertise in tissue analysis, sample management and automation to join our innovative, fast faced, and interdisciplinary team. We particularly seek someone who is detail-oriented, and who will flourish in a goal driven team environment under ambitious timelines. The successful candidate will be technically skilled, self-motivated, and have the flexibility to work in a well networked team that responds rapidly to changing condition.
This position is onsite and will be primarily located in Cambridge, MA.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• 0-4 years of work experience, preferably in an industrial setting.
• Experience in molecular biology techniques including RNA/DNA/protein extraction, qPCR, and ELISA.
• Experience in rodent handling, dosing, and blood/tissue collection and necropsy.
• Ability to follow SOP/IACUC, execute, analyze, interpret, troubleshoot, and optimize experiments.
• Excellent lab technique and the ability to work independently.
• Good documentation of all experimental procedures and results in compliance with Electronic Lab Notebook guidelines
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

• Specific experience in CNS dosing (IT, and ICV) is a plus but not required.
• Experience in automation systems including liquid handlers is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Successful candidate will be working with the CNS platform and program teams to evaluate and characterize compounds utilizing in vivo rodent models.
• Plan and execute studies in consultation with the scientists in the group, including the analysis, interpretation, and presentation of the scientific results.
• Responsible for data entry, data analysis in a timely manner, and preparation of clearly articulated experimental reports.
• Manage inventory of nonclinical compounds, samples, and reference materials for in vivo studies cross various groups.
• Ability to learn new techniques quickly, and continuously improve efficiency of in vivo and ex vivo workflow cross teams.

Benefits

• We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, a lifestyle reimbursement program, flexible spending and health savings accounts and a 401(k)with a generous company match.
• Eligible employees enjoy paid time off, wellness days, holidays, and two company-wide recharge breaks.
• We also offer generous family resources and leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees