About Generate:Biomedicines
Generate:Biomedicines is a new kind of therapeutics company – existing at the intersection of machine learning, biological engineering, and medicine – pioneering Generative Biology™ to create breakthrough medicines where novel therapeutics are computationally generated, instead of being discovered. The Company has built a machine learning-powered biomedicines platform with the potential to generate new drugs across a wide range of biologic modalities. This platform represents a potentially fundamental shift in what is possible in the field of biotherapeutic development.
We pursue this audacious vision because we believe in the unique and revolutionary power of generative biology to radically transform the lives of billions, with an outsized opportunity for patients in need. We are seeking collaborative, relentless problem solvers that share our passion for impact to join us!
Generate:Biomedicines was founded in 2018 by Flagship Pioneering and has received over $700 millionin funding, providing the resources to rapidly scale the organization. The Company has offices in Somerville and Andover, Massachusetts with 300+ employees.
The Role:
We are seeking a driven and innovative Scientist I, DNA Production to join our High - Throughput DNA Production team. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of generative biology by improving and scaling our DNA production workflows. If you’re passionate about process optimization, integrated automation, science , and interdisciplinary collaboration, this role is your chance to make a significant impact on the development of cutting-edge therapeutics.
Here's how you will contribute:
- Identify, analyze, and address sources of variation and inconsistencies in workflows to improve efficiency and reliability.
- Implement process improvements to help enhance scalability and streamline High Throughput DNA Production operations.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Computational Sciences, Protein Sciences, and Informatics to resolve bottlenecks and onboard new workflows.
- Support the integration and optimization of custom automation technologies to support current and advanced production processes.
- Partner with Digital teams to help identify, communicate, and address underlying technical challenges in data systems and production pipelines.
- Provide leadership within the lab, working with the team to coordinate activities and ensure seamless execution of workflows for diverse protein production programs.
- Conduct data analysis and interpretation for lab processes.
The Ideal Candidate will have:
A PhD in a relevant scientific discipline with <2 years of experience specifically in production, MSc with 6+ years of HTP experience, or BSc with 8+ years of HTP experience. Industry experience strongly preferred.
Experience in High-Throughput Production environments with a production-oriented mindset.
Hands-on expertise with integrated automation technologies and their application in laboratory workflows.
A track record of successfully identifying and resolving process inefficiencies in a phased approach to meet lab and company needs.
Proven ability to write and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for both existing and new lab processes.
Strong problem-solving skills and a demonstrated ability to lead initiatives that enhance operational efficiency.
Expertise in best practices within the lab and experience mentoring others to build skills and knowledge.
Experience in the molecular biology techniques used when processing DNA.
The ability to work effectively across interdisciplinary teams to achieve shared objectives.
Who Will Love This Job:
- Innovators who thrive on improving processes and driving operational excellence.
- Leaders who love science and enjoy working hands-on in dynamic lab environments while empowering teams.
- Collaborators who excel at cross-functional communication and problem-solving.
- Technologists who are excited by integrated automation and cutting-edge workflows.
- Visionaries who are passionate about transforming generative biology into tangible therapeutic solutions.
Generate:Biomedicines is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
COVID Safety:
Generate:Biomedicines enforces a mandatory vaccination policy for COVID-19. All employees must be fully vaccinated and have received a booster. The purpose of this policy is to safeguard the health of our employees, their families, and the community at large from infectious disease that may be reduced by vaccinations. The Company will make exceptions to this policy if required by applicable law and will consider requests for an exemption from this policy due to a medical reason, or because of a sincerely held religious belief, or any other exemptions that may be recognized by applicable.
Recruitment & Staffing Agencies : Generate:Biomedicines does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to Generate:Biomedicines or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by the Company’s internal Talent Acquisition team. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of Generate:Biomedicines and the Company will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto.
