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Research Associate

Lab Automation and Screening

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Flagship Pioneering

Flagship Pioneering

501-1,000 employees

Biotechnology firm creating health and sustainability solutions

Food & Agriculture
Healthcare
Biotechnology

Entry

Cambridge, MA, USA

Category
Lab & Research
Life Sciences
Required Skills
Communications
Word/Pages/Docs
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or a related field with direct experience working in a laboratory environment
  • Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture and transfections
  • Hands-on experience with nucleic acid extraction
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and excellent attention to detail
  • Strong teamwork skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Desire to learn about and implement new technologies
  • Knowledge of programs such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and GraphPad Prism
Responsibilities
  • Maintain mammalian cell cultures using aseptic technique and executing cell-based assays
  • Follow standardized protocols for high to medium throughput assays, with attention to detail
  • Support high-throughput cell-based assay development; and perform cellular/molecular biology techniques including the generation of stable reporter cells, enzymatic assays, and NGS-assays.
  • Assist in processing of in vitro and in vivo samples for sequencing.
  • Document experiments, analyze data, and report results using electronic laboratory notebooks and effectively communicate findings in lab meetings
  • Execute and optimize processes within the lab to increase efficiency and effectiveness, including managing biologics inventory, lab consumables, chemicals, and equipment

Flagship Pioneering fosters a culture of groundbreaking advancements in biotechnology, emphasizing an ecosystem approach that synergizes human health and sustainability. Their business model not only focuses on creating transformative products but also incubates leading companies like Moderna and Indigo Agriculture, positioning them at the forefront of scientific innovation and industry leadership. This approach offers employees a unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team that drives real-world impacts across multiple sectors.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$6.4B

Headquarters

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Founded

2000

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Flagship's recent $3.6 billion raise will support the creation of 25 new breakthrough companies, offering substantial growth opportunities.
  • The firm's track record of founding over 100 biotechnology companies, including industry leaders like Moderna, highlights its potential for high-impact innovation.
  • Key leadership appointments and promotions, such as Lovisa Afzelius to General Partner, strengthen Flagship's strategic direction and operational capabilities.

What critics are saying

  • The ambitious goal of creating 25 breakthrough companies may stretch resources and focus, potentially impacting the quality of each venture.
  • Heavy reliance on AI and advanced computational techniques could face technological and regulatory hurdles, slowing down progress.

What makes Flagship Pioneering unique

  • Flagship Pioneering's focus on creating and developing breakthrough companies in human health, sustainability, and AI sets it apart from traditional venture firms.
  • Their significant capital pool of $10.9 billion and $14 billion in assets under management provides unparalleled financial backing for innovative ventures.
  • Flagship's unique approach to leveraging generative AI for drug discovery and development accelerates the creation of transformative technologies.