Your experience includes…
- BS in in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or related field with 5-9 years of industry experience; or MS in these fields with 3-7 years of industry experience.
- Strong Experience with automated liquid handling systems and high-throughput technologies
- Training and mentorship of junior team members
- Accurate record keeping of experimental data and maintenance of detailed electronic notebooks
- Adherence to all laboratory safety requirements and procedures
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team
- It’s a bonus if you have hands-on experience in vitro transcribed RNA and Benchling Software
You are interested in…
- Actively participating in advancing and evaluating current workflows and contributing to streamlining the RNA production process
- Performing quality control (QC) assays, analyzing and interpreting experimental data, and ensuring accurate data reporting and documentation
- Collaborating with the automation team to develop and refine protocols
- Working closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, Analytical, and Bioinformatics to support project goals
- Participating in team meetings and contributing to the planning and execution of new projects
- Staying updated with the latest RNA research and technology advancements
- Assist in ensuring the smooth operation of the laboratory by maintaining equipment, managing inventory, and handling the ordering and receiving of supplies
About you:
You are driven, motivated, and passionate about working at the forefront of RNA technology, contributing to groundbreaking research. You excel in both independent and team environments, possess impeccable attention to detail, and thrive in a fast-paced setting.
Tessera employees are creative and collaborative problem solvers. They have a strong sense of integrity and unwavering commitment to scientific excellence.
Meet your Manager:
All inquiries regarding the posted position should be directed to the Talent Partner (see below). Interested individuals must apply directly to be considered for the opening.
Simran Bawa, Senior Manager, HTP Operations
Originally from India, Simran received her PhD at Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas. She joined St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital as a postdoctoral fellow and was hired by Tessera in 2022. At Tessera, her work focuses on streamlining and optimizing DNA and RNA high-throughput production for platform development. Outside of work, Simran enjoys hiking, painting, and reading.
Meet your Talent Partner:
Annie Edminster, Employee Experience and Talent Lead
Originally from Maine, Annie obtained her Bachelor of Science from Syracuse University. She spent eight years in Biotech, Engineering and Tech agency recruitment, then joined Tessera in 2022. Annie loves watching her new hires grow in their careers and getting to know her colleagues from all over the world! She lives in New Hampshire with her robot-building husband, two feisty daughters, and two Siberian cats.
Tessera offers a competitive package of base and incentive compensation as well as acomprehensive benefitsprogram designed to support the health, wellness and financial security of our employees and their families.Benefitscurrently include group medical, vision and dental coverage, group life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company contribution, tuition reimbursement, and much more.
Company Summary:
Tessera Therapeutics is pioneering Gene Writing™— a new biotechnology designed to offer scientists and clinicians the ability to write small and large therapeutic messages into the genome, thereby curing diseases at their source. Gene Writing holds the potential to become a new category in genetic medicine, building upon recent breakthroughs in gene therapy and gene editing while eliminating important limitations in their reach, utilization, and efficacy. Tessera Therapeutics was founded by Flagship Pioneering, a life sciences innovation enterprise that conceives, resources, and develops first-in-category companies to transform human health and sustainability.
More about Tessera Therapeutics:
Tessera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, marital status, genetics, protected veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic identified by federal, state, or local laws where we operate. Tessera provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. To begin an interactive dialogue with Tessera regarding a reasonable accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied, please contact the recruiter or Accommodations@tesseratx.com
Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: Tessera Therapeutics does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to Tessera Therapeutics or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by Tessera Therapeutics’ internal Talent Acquisition team. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of Tessera Therapeutics, and Tessera Therapeutics will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto.
