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SalaryAbout RASyn:
RASyn, a new biotechnology company launched by RA Capital, is building a proprietary platform of innovative technologies to transform the discovery and development of breakthrough therapeutic, diagnostic, and industrial products. RASyn’s platform integrates computational protein design and engineering, machine learning, synthetic biology, and single cell sequencing and will enable cheaper, faster, and larger scale production and optimization of biologics, enzymes, and biomolecule libraries. We are assembling a diverse team of the most talented scientists and innovators who seek to invent the future today and have a passion for solving the most intractable problems.
About RA Capital:
RA Capital funds and builds healthcare and life science companies using an evidence-based investment approach informed by TechAtlas, a think tank within RA Capital which analyzes scientific and clinical data from academic literature and industry sources to anticipate how breakthroughs might impact industry stakeholders, physicians, patients, and policymakers. TechAtlas' analyses are captured in a unique collection of competitive landscapes, or ‘maps’, which identify competitive therapeutics, diagnostics, research tools, and/or technological capabilities in a given area.
About the Role:
RASyn is seeking an innovative, self-motivated, and team-oriented Research Associate in Protein Engineering, with a passion for developing assays to support the interrogation of protein libraries using a variety of display and molecular techniques. In your role, you will support the team by executing, analyzing and presenting experiments to drive platform improvements. You will work closely with our cross-functional teams and be a contributor supporting our R&D programs. As a member of a growing and engaged team, you will have the opportunity to take part in leading innovative research and development, and work with a highly skilled multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced startup environment.
Key Responsibilities:
RASyn, a new biotechnology company launched by RA Capital, is building a proprietary platform of innovative technologies to transform the discovery and development of breakthrough therapeutic, diagnostic, and industrial products. RASyn’s platform integrates computational protein design and engineering, machine learning, synthetic biology, and single cell sequencing and will enable cheaper, faster, and larger scale production and optimization of biologics, enzymes, and biomolecule libraries. We are assembling a diverse team of the most talented scientists and innovators who seek to invent the future today and have a passion for solving the most intractable problems.
About RA Capital:
RA Capital funds and builds healthcare and life science companies using an evidence-based investment approach informed by TechAtlas, a think tank within RA Capital which analyzes scientific and clinical data from academic literature and industry sources to anticipate how breakthroughs might impact industry stakeholders, physicians, patients, and policymakers. TechAtlas' analyses are captured in a unique collection of competitive landscapes, or ‘maps’, which identify competitive therapeutics, diagnostics, research tools, and/or technological capabilities in a given area.
About the Role:
RASyn is seeking an innovative, self-motivated, and team-oriented Research Associate in Protein Engineering, with a passion for developing assays to support the interrogation of protein libraries using a variety of display and molecular techniques. In your role, you will support the team by executing, analyzing and presenting experiments to drive platform improvements. You will work closely with our cross-functional teams and be a contributor supporting our R&D programs. As a member of a growing and engaged team, you will have the opportunity to take part in leading innovative research and development, and work with a highly skilled multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced startup environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Construct and validate protein variant libraries using display techniques for platform activities,
- Conduct and support biomolecular experiments with high precision and reliability,
- Contribute to projects through data generation, analysis, interpretation, and presentation,
- Maintain detailed electronic lab notebook and registration of constructs and biologics, and
- Assume more responsibilities as assigned and needed, and
- Follow Standard Operating Protocols and generate new ones when necessary.
Qualifications & Skills:
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Biochemistry, Biological/Chemical Engineering, Microbiology, Biology, or related field (industry experience is preferred, although not needed),
- Expertise in protein characterization and display technologies
- Proficient in common molecular cloning techniques and sequencing (E.g., DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, qPCR, NGS library generation)
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and adept at building strong relationships across teams,
- Highly adaptable, able to work both independently and collaboratively, and
- Self-motivated, proactive, and collaborative approach; driven to achieve scientific and business objectives.
