Sail Biomedicines

Sail Biomedicines

Research Associate II, Preclinical Manufacturing

Cambridge, MA · Mid

Sponsorship not specified$75k-$100kDetected 15 days ago
Data AnalysisClinical Laboratory TechniquesPCRMolecular BiologyResearchExperimental DesignMass SpectrometryAnimal Studies

About the role

  • Sail Biomedicines is seeking a Research Associate II to join our Preclinical Manufacturing team, supporting the production of RNA and lipid nanoparticle (LNP) drug substances and drug products.
  • As part of the Technical Operations group, you will contribute directly to the development and delivery of preclinical materials for both internal and partnered programs.
  • Thisis a hands-on, lab-based role requiring strong experimental execution, attention to detail, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Support the production of RNA cargo molecules and lipid nanoparticle (LNP) formulations for preclinical studies
  • Operate and maintain lab-scale instrumentation, including AKTA (FPLC), TFF systems, PCR, HPLC, capillary electrophoresis, UV-Vis, and light scattering platforms
  • Perform analytical characterization and quantification of RNA and other nucleic acids
  • Analyze experimental data and document results in electronic lab notebooks (ELN) and technical reports
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with research, analytical, and process development teams to support project goals
  • Sail Biomedicines is pioneering the integrative design and deployment of fully programmable medicines to transform patient care.
  • By leveraging cutting-edge eRNA and nanoparticle deployment technology, Sail is also making unparalleled use of AI techniques to identify and design fully programmable medicines that are potent, targeted, versatile, and tunable.

Requirements

  • B.S. with 2+ years of industry experience or M.S. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biochemical Engineering, or a related field
  • Hands-on experience in one or more of the following areas:

Nice to have

  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills
  • Curious, proactive, and comfortable working both independently and in collaborative environments
  • Effective communicator with the ability to clearly present technical data and insights
  • RNA/DNA production and purification
  • LNP formulation and characterization
  • Chromatography (e.g., AKTA/FPLC, HPLC)
  • Tangential flow filtration (TFF)
  • Automated liquid handling systems

Compensation

  • $75,000 - $100,000

Company info

  • Sail was founded by Flagship Pioneering.

Equal opportunity

  • Sail Biomedicines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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