Scientist I — Analytical Development

Job overview

The Scientist I — Analytical Development role is onsite in Lexington, MA, and pays $85,000–$110,000 per year. Genezen develops processes, produces GMP viral vectors, and supports cell and gene therapy clinical trials as part of work aimed at advancing new treatments. The scientist establishes and transfers analytical methods between Analytical Development and Quality Control, with a focus on biophysical characterization of viral vectors. The role develops and validates assays, supports cGMP testing and technology transfer, and collaborates across laboratory, manufacturing, and quality teams.

What you'll do

• Develop HPLC methods using CAD and MALS detectors for AAV characterization
• operate and troubleshoot HPLC equipment
• use ASTRA and OpenLab software
• maintain familiarity with flow cytometry, ELISA, qPCR, and ddPCR assays
• evaluate new technology
• qualify and validate methods for cGMP testing
• facilitate assay and method transfers between clients, Analytical Development, and Quality Control
• train team members
• support electronic record systems
• collaborate with process development, manufacturing, quality assurance, and quality control
• provide weekly reports.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

lexington ma

genezen

scientist i

analytical development

gene therapy

aav analytics

hplc

mals and cad detectors

cgmp assay validation

$85k–$110k/year

visa sponsorship not available

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid vacation and sick time
• observed and floating holidays
• volunteer day
• 401(k) match up to 6%
• share appreciation rights
• healthcare plans
• FSA and HSA
• dental and vision
• employer-paid basic life and personal accident insurance
• voluntary disability and other insurance.

Why this role

Requires hands-on experience with MALS and CAD detectors in AAV analytics and ASTRA software; work may involve a BSL-2 environment and aseptic gowning; visa sponsorship is not available.

About the employer

Genezen is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology). Sector: 54.