Scientist, Biology
Twentyeight-Seven Therapeutics is looking for a full-time Scientist to join our growing Biology team. This individual will utilize their strong lab-based technical expertise and critical thinking skills to support the company’s target discovery/validation efforts. We are offering a competitive salary and benefits package for an individual with the following qualifications and experience:
Responsibilities
- Provide technical leadership to identify, validate and elucidate the driving biology of novel RNA-modifying proteins in disease models
- Application of cell and molecular biology techniques including genome editing techniques and various forms of RNA/small RNA sequencing
- Integration with informatics leader to identify targets, pathways of action, and/or biomarkers
- Lead the experimental design, execution, and interpretation of results to support preclinical and translational goals
- Evaluate and implement technologies to advance understanding of RNA biology
- Participate in and present results at internal group meetings
Qualifications
- Ph.D. with post-doctoral experience or M.S. with 7+ years experience, or B.S. with 10+ years experience in molecular biology, oncology or related field
- Experience with si/shRNA, CRISPR, qPCR, Western blot, and cell culture
- Demonstrated scientific rigor in cancer biology and/or in the elucidation of RNA-dependent regulatory mechanisms
- Strong oral and written communication skills, with attention to detail
- Proven team player among cross-functional disciplines
- Motivated, independent self-starter comfortable in a dynamic, fast-paced start-up environment
- Immunology, immune-oncology experience a plus
Please send resumes, and any other supporting materials, to:
Chrissy Bracken
Associate Director, Preclinical Biology
cbracken@28-7tx.com
