Scientist I, Molecular Biology

ModeX Therapeutics • Weston, MA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

ModeX Therapeutics is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Scientist I with experience in developing innovative technology and biotherapeutics. The position requires expertise in vector systems, gene delivery and multispecific antibody therapeutic research. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a cross-functional team and contribute to the development of next-generation synthetic biological therapeutics in a fast-paced, rapidly growing biotech company with a bold vision. ModeX Therapeutics, an OPKO Health company, is the leading clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing unique and proprietary-multispecific therapeutics. Its MSTAR platform unites the power of multiple biologics in a single molecule to create multispecific antibodies that bind four or more targets with unprecedented versatility and potency for complex diseases. Its promising first-in-class immunology pipeline includes candidates against immune diseases, including cancer (both solid and hematologic tumors), immune impairment, as well as several of the world's most pressing viral threats. Its founding team includes globally recognized medical innovators with proven track records of delivering breakthroughs for patients. ModeX is based in Weston, Massachusetts. For more information, please visit www.modextx.com.

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S. in molecular biology, immunology, cancer biology or related field
• 12+ years of working experience in academia or industry (for Scientist I)
• Expertise in molecular biology, gene delivery, immunology, and immunoassay
• Hands-on experience in molecular cloning, gene delivery using mRNA/LNP or DNA/LNP, cell culture (including primary cell lines), protein expression/purification, multi-color flow cytometry, T cell-based assays and immunological techniques (ICS, ELISA, Luminex, cytotoxicity, immunoblotting, etc.)
• Excellent written and oral communication, organization, and data analysis skills
• Outstanding troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Highly adaptable to a fast-paced work environment and capable of working independently as well as within project teams

Nice To Haves

• Experience in lab management

Responsibilities

• Execute research experiments such as DNA vector construction, mRNA production, protein expression/purification, in vitro assays and in vivo models to evaluate efficacy of novel gene delivery technology or biotherapeutics.
• Work in our state-of-the-art laboratory and be responsible for experimental planning and execution, data analysis and presentation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees