Scientist, Oligonucleotide Synthesis

GSK•Cambridge, MA

2d•$96,525 - $160,875•Onsite

About The Position

The successful candidate will help to establish pre-clinical capabilities within GSK’s growing oligonucleotide synthesis lab. Areas of focus are SPOS of modalities such as ASOs, siRNA, SSO, and RNA editors screening, high-throughput automation, conjugates, and method development. Your expertise will enable us to solve complex chemical challenges, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in oligonucleotide therapeutics. This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career.

Requirements

MS with 2+ or BS with 4+ years of experience in chemistry or chemical biology or related field.
Direct experience with laboratory automation platforms, such as the Lynx from Dynamic Devices, the Fluent from Tecan or other similar platforms.
Familiarity with Mermade 192X, Dr. Oligo 192 XLc, or other high-throughput synthesizers, LC/HRMS, UPHLC, LC/MS analytics.
Proficiency in oligonucleotide synthesis (SPOS), and biological understanding of RNA therapeutics (e.g. ASO, siRNA, SSO, RNA Editors).

Nice To Haves

MS with 2+ years or above in Oligonucleotide synthesis and/or Chemistry and/or related field.
Team-focused with strong initiative and ability to troubleshoot challenges and implement new solutions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with a team are required.
Experience with oligonucleotide conjugation chemistries is desirable but not required.
Sense of urgency, flexibility, independence and accountability.
Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels both inside and outside of organization.
Maintain a high level of integrity while balancing multiple priorities and responsibilities.
Must be a committed team player prepared to work in and embrace a team-based culture.

Responsibilities

Support pre-clinical oligonucleotide high-throughput and mid-scale synthesis capabilities of ASOs, siRNA, SSO, and RNA editors with routine and novel next generation amidite chemistries.
Perform hands-on work, maintain high-throughput automation workflows in support of routine and next generation chemistry and oligo method development.
Maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for synthesis, processing, and purification to ensure high-quality, reproducible results.
Work with the oligo analytical and delivery chemistry teams to ensure accountability and excellence in oligonucleotide and conjugate synthesis.
Collaborate with various teams to achieve synthetic project goals.