Third Rock Ventures Waltham , MA 02154
Posted 7 days ago
The Associate Scientist will contribute to all aspects of research and development of Alcresta's medical device products.
Primary Responsibilities:
Provide leadership in the development of new protein based therapeutics.
Creative thinking to contribute to new product and research teams.
Characterization and optimization of existing products.
Development of analytical methods and enzymatic assays.
Execute plate-based assays, HPLC analyses, GC, titration assays, viscometry, enzyme immobilization, microscopy and product specific use tests.
Perform product release and performance testing as needed.
Manage relationships with CROs for external testing as needed.
Identify and implement new technologies as required.
Cross functional collaboration with manufacturing, engineering, marketing and quality groups.
Write test methods and document results in technical reports.
Train analysts to perform laboratory procedures and assays.
Evaluate new technologies and methods to make recommendations regarding their use.
Communicate data and results in cross functional project team meetings.
Technical troubleshooting as needed.
Education and Experience:
Key Skills and Competencies:
Highly motivated, flexible and enjoy working in a team-based environment with a strong interest in contributing to the research and development of new products.
Experience with SolidWorks, 3D printing is desired.
Ability to work independently and to concisely summarize and present results.
Strong team player, results-oriented, willingness to work in a start-up environment, including a "roll-up-the-sleeves" attitude to perform diverse tasks necessary (and multi-tasking) to achieve objectives.
Demonstrated technical experience in biochemistry or chemistry is required.
Prior experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical or medical device industries is a plus.
Experience working with food products is a plus.
Strong analytical, quantitative and technical writing skills.
Self-motivated and organized.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
Strong attention to detail.
Additional Job Requirements:
<5% travel.
Location - Waltham, Massachusetts.
Third Rock Ventures