About Generate:Biomedicines

Generate:Biomedicines is a new kind of therapeutics company – existing at the intersection of machine learning, biological engineering, and medicine – pioneering Generative Biology™ to create breakthrough medicines where novel therapeutics are computationally generated, instead of being discovered. The Company has built a machine learning-powered biomedicines platform with the potential to generate new drugs across a wide range of biologic modalities. This platform represents a potentially fundamental shift in what is possible in the field of biotherapeutic development.

We pursue this audacious vision because we believe in the unique and revolutionary power of generative biology to radically transform the lives of billions, with an outsized opportunity for patients in need. We are seeking collaborative, relentless problem solvers that share our passion for impact to join us!

Generate:Biomedicines was founded in 2018 by Flagship Pioneering and has received nearly $700 millionin funding, providing the resources to rapidly scale the organization. The Company has offices in Somerville and Andover, Massachusetts with over 300 employees.

The Role: 

Generate Biomedicines is looking to expand its Therapeutic Research team by hiring a highly motivated Scientist II for the development of protein based therapeutics for the treatment of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. This position involves developing assays and designing experimental approaches to evaluate Generate’s proprietary biomolecules. The successful candidate will drive innovative immunological research, advance our therapeutic portfolio, guide data analysis, and foster collaboration across the company. The primary responsibilities include designing and executing in vitro assays to support multiple I&I programs. We seek an enthusiastic, innovative, well-organized, and highly motivated individual who has a strong interest to lead from the bench, integrate practical lab experience into portfolio programs, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and has extensive experience in immunology, preferably in an industry setting. This is an exciting opportunity with high growth potential in an innovative biotech startup company.

Here’s how you will contribute:

• Provide expert input to advance immunology-related projects and programs, establish and expand wet lab capabilities, train others on lab equipment and experimental protocols, and act as a technical expert for project teams
• Analyze and synthesize complex immunological data to troubleshoot experimental challenges and present findings to diverse internal audiences.
• Contribute to the integration of immunological data into proprietary digital software for data analysis and closely collaborate with data science team members to enhance data usability.
• Influence the alignment of individual and team work with project timelines, anticipate challenges or issues, provide mentorship and guidance, and develop solutions to support project teams.

The Ideal Candidate will have:

• PhD in Immunology or a related field/2-4 years of relevant experience or a MSc  in Immunology or a related field/8-10 years of relevant experience or a BSc  in Immunology or a related field/10-12 relevant experience in Immunology or a related field with working experience in an academic, pharmaceutical, or biotechnology settings.
• Extensive experience in immunological research and experimentation, including but not limited to mammalian cell culture methods (Primary cells and cell lines), Flow cytometry, ELISA/Alpha Lisa, Luminex, and sorting techniques (FACS Aria/Bead based)
• Proficiency in data analysis software with strong willingness to learn and incorporate internal data analysis and machine learning tools.
• Experience with lab automation systems is a plus
• Proven track record of innovative research and development in immunology
• Excellent collaboration and cross-functional team skills.
• Expertise in immunological techniques and methodologies.
• Proficiency in data analysis software and digital tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities

Who Will Love This Job:

• A rigorous and strategic immunologist who thrives in a fast-paced environment with a driven and collaborative team.
• An enthusiastic scientist who embraces new opportunities and complex challenges with urgency and focus.
• Someone who operates effectively in a team environment and leads with trust, transparency, and a collaborative mindset.
• Someone who relies on a mixture of thoughtful data analysis, experience, and sound judgment when making recommendations and decisions

Generate:Biomedicines is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

COVID Safety:

Generate:Biomedicines enforces a mandatory vaccination policy for COVID-19. All employees must be fully vaccinated and have received a booster.  The purpose of this policy is to safeguard the health of our employees, their families, and the community at large from infectious disease that may be reduced by vaccinations.  The Company will make exceptions to this policy if required by applicable law and will consider requests for an exemption from this policy due to a medical reason, or because of a sincerely held religious belief, or any other exemptions that may be recognized by applicable.

Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: Generate:Biomedicines does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to Generate:Biomedicines or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by the Company’s internal Talent Acquisition team. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of Generate:Biomedicines and the Company will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto.

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