Job Description

Currently I have an opening for a Scientist (Ocular Genomic Medicines) located in Waltham, MA. Details for the position are as follows:

Job Description:

• We are seeking a laboratory facing Scientist to be part of a team focused on the development of Client gene therapy technologies for the treatment of ocular disease.
• Lead research projects to support the identification of therapeutic candidates from discovery into IND enabling studies.
• Execute studies to generate proof of concept data.
• Apply expertise to design, develop scientific activities/projects to identify therapeutic candidates.
• Demonstrate scientific excellence, initiate, design, and execute experiments/studies in support of goals in a time sensitive manner.
• Collaborate extensively with internal teams and be an impactful contributor and member of project teams.
• Master’s Degree plus minimum 3 years relevant experience in an academic or biopharmaceutical setting OR Ph.D. with 0-2 years Post Doc experience.
• Strong background in ocular disease biology including in vivo and in vitro ocular models.
• Strong background in molecular biology lab-based skills and experience in gene therapy preferred.
• Experience in preparing high quality documents including technical reports, presentations, and experimental protocols.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, enthusiastic and fast learner who pays close attention to detail.

Technical Information:

• 12-month contract with potential for extension/conversion
• Onsite, M-F, 9am-5pm
• Pay: $55-72 hourly, depending on experience level

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