About Strm.bio

STRM.BIO (pronounced “storm bio”) is a VC-backed biotech startup building a new kind of gene therapy delivery platform based on naturally occurring extracellular vesicles (EVs). We're leveraging the unique biology of EVs to unlock targeted, scalable, and low-immunogenicity genetic medicines that target the bone marrow.

We’re a small, fast-moving team based at The Engine in Cambridge, MA. We believe in simplicity, integrity, and keeping people at the center of everything we do. We’re here to do great science and build a company we’re proud of.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We’re looking for Research Associates to help grow our research engine. You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with technical leadership and a team of Scientists to support key programs and facilitate external collaborations. This is a hands-on, highly cross-functional role ideal for someone who’s ready to dive in and execute in equal measure. This is a full-time, on-site role.

WHAT YOU’LL DO (Key Responsibilities)

Support the Research Team in efforts across multiple collaborative research programs
Contribute to R&D efforts to meet project milestones, maintaining the standards of scientific rigor and adhering to ethical standards
Maintain standards consistent with company culture and values
Work closely with team members to maintain project development, implementation and troubleshooting of experiments
Generate, analyze, and share experimental results and ensure that all protocols, reagents, data, and analyses are documented following data integrity principles and prepared and made available in a timely manner
Attend team meetings to discuss results, future plans and experiments, with a keenness to help achieve company milestones
Maintain comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of molecular and cellular biology techniques
Perform other duties as assigned, including all those associated with facilitating the smooth operation of a wet lab environment
Maintain accurate records in electronic lab notebooks (ELNs) and contribute to documentation for internal reports and regulatory filings
Attend regular EHS meetings and maintain accurate biologic and chemical records

WHAT YOU BRING (Required Qualifications)

B.S. or M.S. in biology, immunology, bioengineering, or related field
Some prior industry experience is strongly preferred
Familiarity with gene-editing technologies (e.g., CRISPR, TALEN, ZFNs) and delivery platforms (e.g., viral vectors, LNPs, exosomes)
Previous involvement in in vivo studies or willingness to learn animal handling and vivarium protocols
Strong organizational and communication skills, with comfort operating in interdisciplinary project teams
Prior experience with CRO collaboration or CMC workflows is a bonus

KEY POSITION DETAILS

100% on-site in Cambridge, MA
Full time with competitive compensation
- The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $90,000 USD annually. This salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on various factors, including, without limitation, individual education, experience, tenure, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data, including potential adjustments for geographic location.

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