Co-op, Automation

Company Overview:

Strand Therapeutics is an early-stage biotechnology company utilizing synthetic biology to genetically program mRNA to deliver truly revolutionary immunotherapies.

Building on the idea of creating smart therapies based on Boolean logic circuits, Strand was started by biological engineers working together at MIT who were seeking to apply the concept of the emerging field of mRNA therapeutics. This collaboration led them to build their own mRNA “programming language,” creating the world’s first platform for mRNA smart therapies.

The founders and scientific advisors of Strand Therapeutics are made up of well-known and highly regarded individuals in both academia and the biotech industry. Our corporate headquarters is located in the Fenway district of Boston, Massachusetts with an additional site based in Watertown, Massachusetts.

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Job Summary:

Strand is looking to build a team that understands the value of working at a start-up. Joining the company now means having vast opportunities to learn and grow including having the exposure to all aspects of building a company. We are looking for people who have the enthusiasm and motivation to be a highly contributing member of a small team. This opportunity will offer the employee the ability to work closely with the founding team, as well as to form close partnerships with team members during the development and formation of the company.

We are looking for a highly motivated and innovative candidate for the role of Co-op, Automation. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact as a scientifically motivated self-starter capable of independently conceiving, conducting, and critically analyzing his/her own work with minimal supervision.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support the scientific staff in executing automated experiments.
• Run automated processes and support the maintenance / repair of automated systems.
• Working across diverse areas to support the group's research activities in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

Qualifications:

• On track to graduate with a B.S. or M.S. in Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or a related discipline.
• Coursework related to automation and/or biologics discovery research are desirable.
• Knowledge of Hamilton systems or other automated platforms preferred.
• Ability to write, edit, and follow standard operating procedures, make careful observations, maintain clear and complete records of lab work.‪

Strand Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis protected by applicable law. Strand does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.

Job Type: Intern / Co-op 

Salary: Commensurate with role and experience