Medicinal Chemistry Co-op (Spring 2027)

Wave Life Sciences • Cambridge, MA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Wave Life Sciences is a biotechnology company focused on unlocking the broad potential of RNA medicines to transform human health. Our RNA medicines platform, PRISM, combines multiple modalities, chemistry innovation and deep insights in human genetics to deliver scientific breakthroughs that treat both rare and prevalent disorders. Our toolkit of RNA-targeting modalities including RNAi silencing and RNA editing provides us with unmatched capabilities for designing and sustainably delivering candidates that optimally address disease biology. Our diversified pipeline is focused on our obesity, alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency and PNPLA3 I148M liver disease programs and includes clinical programs for Duchenne muscular dystrophy and Huntington’s disease, as well as several preclinical programs utilizing our versatile RNA medicines platform. Driven by the calling to “Reimagine Possible”, we are leading the charge toward a world in which human potential is no longer hindered by the burden of disease.

Requirements

• Working towards a Bachelor’s degree in chemistry or a related discipline (i.e. biochemistry, chemical engineering)
• At least two years of an undergraduate education completed within a Chemistry discipline preferred
• Must have successfully completed Organic Chemistry courses (I and II or equivalent) with lab
• Must possess excellent oral and written skills, as well as superior organizational and time management skills

Nice To Haves

• Collaborative and self-motivated team player
• Enthusiasm and excitement for the pursuit of cutting-edge science
• Basic understanding of molecular and cell biology
• Organic and biochemistry lab experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform multi-step organic synthesis, isolate newly synthesized chemical compounds
• Analyze chemical compounds through various analytical techniques (UV-Vis, LC/MS, Polarimeter, NMRs etc.) and interpret experimental outcomes
• Troubleshoot and optimize reaction protocols based on discussions with their supervisor
• Take detailed notes about the experimental design and conditions, record these experimental results in both electronic notebook and presentation format
• Present data and summarized results both orally and in written form, within multidisciplinary team meeting

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level