- Agency
- invaio Sciences
- Location
- Cambridge, MA
- Job Category
- Full Time Positions
- Salary
- Depends on Qualifications
- Description
- invaio sciences, based in Cambridge, MA, is a transformative early-stage startup developing a multi-industry platform that will bring to market novel, specific and natural products to precisely control and modulate invertebrate health. Our enthusiasm, ambition, passion and creativity, coupled with our unique blend of innovation, science and business focus, creates an exciting entrepreneurial environment. invaio sciences, is one of the newest companies started by Flagship Pioneering, an early-stage life sciences innovation company. Since Flagship’s founding in 2000, the firm has originated and fostered the development of more than 75 scientific ventures resulting in $20 billion in aggregate value, 500+ issued patents, and more than 50 clinical trials for novel therapeutic agents. “Innovation is our currency. Our creativity, optimism, boundless energy, and curiosity fuel Flagship’s success.” invaio sciences, is seeking an innovative and highly motivated Research Associate to help in multiple research products aimed at improving agriculture. As a member of our team at invaio sciences, you can expect to engage deeply in interdisciplinary research and enjoy a dynamic, rapidly expanding organization that will have an impact on global food safety and address mounting environmental sustainability concerns. We offer a competitive starting salary based on qualifications and benefits. Required Functions • Conduct a broad range of assays, from insect bioassays to molecular and biochemical assays • Participate in general maintenance of plants, insects and lab reagents • Ability to work independently as a technical specialist under the guidance of a more senior investigator • Data analysis and presentation of results
- Qualifications
- Minimum Qualifications • BS with 5+ years of experience in industrial or academic labs • MS (Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or related science) with 2+ years lab experience • Strong written and oral communication skills Preferred Qualifications • Research experience plants or insects Competencies • Flexibility/Adaptability to Change • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment • Accountability • Willingness to learn • Contributing to Team Success • Planning and Organizing
- Job Number
- 13
- Contact eMail
- TMalvar@invaiosciences.com, mavendano@invaiosciences.com