Kernalbio

Kernalbio

Scientist I/II: in vivo Pharmacology / Immuno-Oncology

Boston, MA · Mid

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 13 days ago
Intellectual PropertyPharmacologyFlow CytometryCell CultureResearchExperimental DesignProtein AnalysisAnimal StudiesAnimal ModelsCommunicationAdaptability

About the role

  • We seek an accomplished highly motivated Scientist I/II to contribute to the development of Kernal Bio's mRNA 2.0 platform for therapeutic applications in Boston, Massachussetts.
  • The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of scientists and play a leading role in pre-clinically characterizing mRNA-LNP drug candidates in in vivo models.

Responsibilities

  • Perform standard and complex in vivo procedures including dosing all routes, tumor implant, tumor measurements and tissue necropsy.
  • Perform routine mammalian cell culture and transfection.
  • Participate in experimental design and troubleshooting efforts.
  • Maintain up-to-date electronic laboratory notebook records and communicate results to team members in written technical reports and oral presentations.
  • Explore new technologies and methods to optimize current processes in a fast-paced research environment.
  • Our AI-designed mRNAs, delivered via antibody-decorated lipid nanoparticles (LNPs), ensure precise targeting and minimize off-target effects.
  • Based in Boston, MA, and backed by Hummingbird Ventures, Amgen Ventures, and NASA, Kernal Bio is revolutionizing mRNA therapeutics by leveraging AI to deliver precision treatments within the body.

Requirements

  • BS/MS in Biology, Pharmacology, Oncology, Immunology or equivalent experience in a related discipline.
  • > 4 years of laboratory work experience in academia or industry.
  • Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills and the ability to work independently and effectively in a dynamic team environment.
  • Ability to analyze, summarize and communicate scientific data in a vivid and challenging intellectual environment.

Nice to have

  • Experience with animal models of human cancers preferred.
  • Proficiency in cell transfections, ELISA, MSD, flow cytometry preferred.

Compensation

  • Competitive vacation and sick days per year

Benefits

  • Highly competitive healthcare coverage (PPO/HMO)
  • Free parking, monthly subway pass, or a subsidized commuter rail pass
  • Gym Membership Support
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Paid parental leave, family caregiver leave, medical leave
  • Paid life insurance coverage
  • Competitive vacation and sick days per year
  • We do not discriminate in employment practices for reasons of race, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, religion, disability, or any other legally protected status.

Company info

  • At Kernal Bio, we engineer human cells inside the body using selective mRNA-LNP technology to treat cancer and autoimmune diseases.

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