Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Flagship Pioneering
Job overview
The Senior Research Associate, Functional Genomics at Flagship Pioneering contributes to functional genomics efforts within the Genomics & Data Sciences group, supporting therapeutic programs and product generation.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves executing NGS-based functional genomics assays, collaborating on NGS solutions and molecular assays, maintaining mammalian cell lines, and managing lab organization and inventories for NGS workstreams.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have experience with molecular biology techniques, NGS assays like RNA-seq and ChIP-seq, Illumina instrument operation, and preferably exposure to automation, cell-based assays, and gene editing technologies. A BS/BA or MS in relevant fields is required, with industry experience preferred.
Work environment and culture
Flagship Pioneering values diversity, inclusion, and teamwork, fostering a fast-paced, cross-functional scientific environment focused on innovation and impact in biotechnology.
Company information
Flagship Pioneering is a biotechnology company that creates platform companies to advance human health and sustainability, recognized for innovation and social impact, with a unique model combining science, entrepreneurship, and capital investment.
Team overview
The candidate will join a close-knit team of experimental and computational scientists within the Genomics & Data Sciences group.
Application process
Applicants are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet all listed experience, and unsolicited resumes from agencies are not accepted unless contacted by internal Talent Acquisition.
Unique job features
The role offers involvement in cutting-edge functional genomics projects using advanced NGS and molecular techniques within a pioneering biotech environment.
Company overview
Flagship Pioneering is a unique venture capital firm that specializes in creating and developing bioplatform companies that address critical challenges in health, sustainability, and agriculture. They make money by investing in and nurturing early-stage companies, often taking on significant operational roles to guide these ventures from inception to market success. Founded in 2000 by Noubar Afeyan, the firm has been instrumental in the creation of groundbreaking companies like Moderna, which developed one of the first COVID-19 vaccines. Flagship's innovative approach combines scientific research with entrepreneurial expertise, making it a leader in the life sciences sector.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to emphasize hands-on experience with NGS-based functional genomics assays such as RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, and ATAC-seq, highlighting your ability to support core R&D needs in cell state mapping and therapeutic validation.
Showcase your proficiency with molecular biology techniques, NGS library preparation, and operation of Illumina sequencing instruments, along with any exposure to high-throughput automation like liquid handling, to align with the technical requirements.
Apply through multiple platforms including Flagship Pioneering’s official corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s visibility and ensure you reach the internal hiring team.
Connect with current employees in the Genomics & Data Sciences group at Flagship Pioneering on LinkedIn; when reaching out, start conversations by referencing recent Flagship innovations or expressing enthusiasm for their integrated approach to biotechnology innovation.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords directly from the job description—such as 'functional genomics,' 'NGS assays,' 'Illumina instruments,' 'molecular biology,' and 'CRISPR-based gene editing'—to improve screening success.
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