Flagshippioneeringinc

Senior Scientist II/Principal Scientist, Sequencing Technologies

Cambridge, MA USA · Principal

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 7 days ago

Machine LearningBioinformaticsMolecular BiologyNGSResearchExperimental DesignLeadershipCommunicationProblem Solving

About the role

This role requires a highly creative scientist who thrives at the intersection of technology innovation, scientific leadership, and cross-functional collaboration.

Conceive, develop, and implement innovative sequencing applications spanning genome, transcriptome, and regulatory RNA characterization.
Evaluate and implement emerging sequencing technologies and establish new capabilities that improve data quality, throughput, flexibility, or cost efficiency
Own the sequencing function and sequencing core operations at Terrana, ensuring reliable, scalable, and cost-effective delivery of sequencing data supporting 100% of company pipeline activities.
Drive continuous improvements in sequencing throughput, turnaround time, library creation automation, and unit economics while expanding the scale and impact of sequencing across the organization.
Partner closely with Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, and AI/ML teams to enable key research objectives and accelerate innovation.
Drive external collaborations and represent Terrana's sequencing capabilities with scientific partners and collaborators.
Deep expertise in next-generation sequencing technologies, assay development, experimental design, and RNA-focused applications.
Proven track record of developing and implementing novel technologies or platform capabilities.

Ph.D. and 8-11 years of relevant industry and/or postdoctoral experience with a demonstrated record of scientific leadership and innovation and leadership of sequencing platforms and operations.
Experience leading complex, cross-functional scientific initiatives from concept to execution.
Demonstrated ability to balance scientific leadership with hands-on laboratory execution in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment.
Senior Scientist II: Ph.D. and 8-11 years of relevant industry and/or postdoctoral experience with a demonstrated record of scientific leadership and innovation and leadership of sequencing platforms and operations.
Principal Scientist: Ph.D. and 12+ years of relevant industry and/or postdoctoral experience with a demonstrated record of scientific leadership and innovation and leadership of sequencing platforms and operations.
Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Plant Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or a related field.

Expertise in RNA biology, RNA sequencing, small RNA analysis, transcriptomics, or related technologies.
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We are seeking an innovative and strategic Senior Scientist II or Principal Scientist, Sequencing Technologies to lead the vision, development, and expansion of sequencing capabilities across the company.

Founded through Flagship Pioneering's venture creation engine, Terrana Biosciences is a cutting-edge agricultural biotechnology company developing innovative RNA-based products to address global agricultural challenges.
We are committed to advancing sustainable farming solutions through precision technologies that ensure environmental safety and regulatory compliance.

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