Research Scientist I – RNA Biology Division

The RNA Research Division of New England Biolabs (NEB) invites applicants for the position of Research Scientist I. The successful candidate will be a key part of an interdisciplinary and collaborative team of scientists to conduct mRNA capping enzymes research and develop new technologies. 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design and conduct research on RNA capping and 5’ modifying enzymes including discovery of novel enzymes and characterization of their enzymatic properties.
• Perform proof-of-concept research on mRNA synthesis applications and workflows.
• Effectively interact with, collaborate with, and communicate findings within NEB and with external scientists. 

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Ph.D. in biochemistry or biological sciences.
• Hands-on with enzyme kinetics experimentation and analysis.
• Fluency in interpretation of atomic structures and formulating testable hypotheses.
• Publication of original scientific research in high-quality journals. 
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to effectively handle multiple projects.
• Demonstrated scientific communication in both formal and informal settings.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Flexibility to adjust priorities.
• Strong work ethic, emphasizing both efficiency and quality of work.
• A team player.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

• Proficiency with common bioinformatics tools.
• High-throughput experimentation design and execution.
• Biophysical protein characterization - protein stability, protein-ligand binding.
• Mammalian cell culture techniques.
• Recombinant protein purification techniques.
• Molecular cloning techniques.

This position offers exciting opportunities for broad research training, collaboration with academic institutions, publishing in peer-reviewed journals and participation in meetings and conferences.

Apply here: https://neb.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/NEB_Careers/job/Ipswich-MA-United-States/Research-Scientist-I--RNA-Division_1281

For more information, please contact Hong Chan ([email protected])