Scientist/Computational Biologist - Genetics

About the Department

Our Boston Research & Development hub, anchored in the greater Boston area, brings together the best minds in life science innovation. The teams located in facilities in Lexington, Watertown and Cambridge reflect the full R&D continuum, from early research through late-stage clinical development. Here, we are building for the future, creating a distinct R&D community based on collaboration, partnerships, and cutting-edge research across multiple modalities and therapeutic areas. We recognize that improving human health starts here and that patients rely on us. Our greater Boston R&D hub merges biotech speed and agility with large pharmaceutical company quality, resources,and stability, uniting the best of both worlds to develop new medicines for patients.

The Position

The Scientist/Computational Biologist - Genetics, will be a key member of Dicerna's Systems biology team and will engage in multiple internal and partnered research and discovery efforts. Dicerna is seeking a highly motivated, experienced Ph.D. scientist to help in our siRNA drug discovery efforts. This is a hands-on research position that requires strong expertise in human genetics. 

Relationships

This position reports to Senior Scientist, Systems Biology.

Essential Functions

• Perform large-scale genetic and genomic analyses (including but not limited to GWAS, PRS, TRS) to identify novel genes and pathways involved in disease pathogenesis.
• Analyze and interpret multi-omics data sets, including whole genome sequencing, whole exome sequencing, transcriptomics, ATAC-seq, chromatin interaction, and epigenetic data.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement genetic and genomic strategies for drug discovery and development
• Provide guidance on genetics and genomics to project teams and explain genetic analyses and their implications to team members of diverse backgrounds to drive decision-making processes

Physical Requirements

Up to 10% overnight travel required. 

Qualifications

• Masters degree requried, PhD in Genetics, Molecular Biology, or a related field highly preferred. 
  • Masters with 3+ years of relevant experience OR PhD in 2+ years experience
• ​​​​​​​Relevant experience includes:
  • Strong track record of human genetics-related scientific publication in high-quality journal(s).
  • Experience in genetic and genomic data analysis and interpretation, including familiarity with bioinformatics tools and databases.
  • Experience with NGS (genomics and transcriptomics) methods
• Demonstrated ability to incorporate new technologies and methodologies into research projects is a plus
• Experience with laboratory techniques such as DNA sequencing, RNA sequencing, and RNA interference is a plus
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to present complex scientific data to non-expert audiences.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a high level of scientific creativity and innovation.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.

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