Principal Research Associate, mRNA Process Development

Overview

Beam Therapeutics is a biotechnology company committed to establishing the leading, fully integrated platform for precision genetic medicines. To achieve this vision, Beam has assembled a platform that includes a suite of gene editing and delivery technologies and is in the process of building internal manufacturing capabilities. Beam's suite of gene editing technologies is anchored by base editing, a proprietary technology that is designed to enable precise, predictable and efficient single base changes, at targeted genomic sequences, without making double-stranded breaks in the DNA. This has the potential to enable a wide range of potential therapeutic editing strategies that Beam is using to advance a diversified portfolio of base editing programs. Beam is a values-driven organization committed to its people, cutting-edge science, and a vision of providing life-long cures to patients suffering from serious diseases.

Position Overview

Beam is seeking a highly talented and motivated Principal Research Associate to join our growing mRNA Process Development team. The Principal Research Associate will be responsible for executing late-stage mRNA process development activities, with a focus on downstream purification. The individual will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and collaborative team across a range of technical areas. They will be tasked with supporting experimental design, execution and data analysis as well as authoring technical documents and reports.

This role is onsite 5 days / week in Cambridge, MA

Responsibilities

• Support the design and execution of mRNA purification studies to support process development
• Use DoE and other statistical tools to help characterize our processes and to develop control strategies
• Help manufacture materials for use in process development
• Support external and internal tech transfers
• Effectively document, interpret and communicate technical results
• Work cross-functionally to support Beam programs to ensure critical timelines are met

Qualifications

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