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Flare Therapeutics - Cambridge, MA
posted 8 days ago
About the position
Flare Therapeutics, an early-stage biotech, is focused on transforming drug discovery related to transcription factors. The company has identified a unique 'switch site' that could change how diseases are treated. The role involves developing and validating assays to drive drug discovery campaigns, collaborating with colleagues in chemistry and biochemistry, and supporting cell and molecular biology activities across early pipeline projects. The position also requires presenting data and research plans to inform data-driven decisions.
Responsibilities
- Develop and validate assays with a high degree of independence to drive drug discovery campaigns
- Collaborate with chemistry and biochemistry colleagues to understand the mechanism of action of small molecule modulators of transcription factors
- Support cell and molecular biology activities across Flare's early pipeline projects
- Present data and research plans to the teams to inform data-driven decisions
Requirements
- BS or MS in molecular or cellular biology
- At least 5 years of experience in biotech/pharma post-degree
- Experience with cell assay development, drug discovery screening, and mechanistic studies
- Experience in cell engineering (shRNA, CRISPR knockin/knockout, generation of stable lines, viral transduction, etc.)
- Experience in oncology and/or transcriptional regulation
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, including presenting data to internal company meetings
Nice-to-haves
- Passionate about science and driven to make a real difference for patients
- Proactive individual able to prioritize and balance multiple tasks
- Thrives on feedback and loves collaborating as part of a team
