Research Associate Job at Aera Therapeutics – Join a Leader in Genetic Medicines
Aera Therapeutics is an innovative biotech company on a mission to transform the field of genetic medicine. Based in Cambridge, MA, Aera is pioneering a novel protein nanoparticle (PNP) delivery platform, advancing breakthroughs in genetic therapies. We are looking for a Research Associate II to join our dynamic Molecular Biology team. In this role, you’ll engage in impactful research using cutting-edge techniques like cloning, mRNA production, and gene delivery, contributing to the development of life-changing treatments. If you’re passionate about genetic medicine and want to be part of a fast-growing company, this opportunity offers both career growth and the chance to make a real difference in healthcare.
About Aera Therapeutics
Aera Therapeutics was founded with a vision to unlock the potential of genetic medicines across a broad range of modalities and therapeutic areas. Our novel protein nanoparticle (PNP) delivery platform is based on endogenous human proteins, leveraging the discovery of human proteins derived from retroelements that self-assemble to form capsid-like structures and which can package and transfer nucleic acid cargo. With a world-renowned scientific founder and a distinguished Board of Directors, Aera has raised $193 million led by Arch Venture Partners, GV, and Lux Capital.
Job Details
- Job Post: Research Associate II
- Job Type: FullTime
- Category: Technical
- Location: Cambridge, MA, US
Job Description
Aera Therapeutics is looking for a Research Associate II to join the Molecular Biology team. You will be responsible for cloning, mRNA production, and support for cross-functional projects. You will report to the Associate Director of Molecular Biology and will be fully on-site in our Cambridge office.
Responsibilities
- Execute experiments using standard molecular biology techniques, including PCR, cloning, DNA purification
- Perform mRNA production workflows, including IVT and affinity purification
- Support workstreams where Molecular Biology expertise is required
- Document processes, results, and entity registration in Benchling
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology Microbiology, Biochemistry (or related field) with 2+ years’ experience or Master’s degree with 1+ years’ experience (industry preferred)
- Experience with cloning strategies, including Golden Gate and Gibson assembly
- Experience with microbial nucleic acid transformation and growth
- Experience with Benchling
- Commitment to our Core Values: Respect, Integrity, Excellence, Impact
Benefits
- Healthcare
- 401K
- Flexible PTO
- Commuting subsidy
- Parental leave
Aera Therapeutics is committed to providing equal employment opportunities by recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting applicants and employees without regard to various protected categories as per federal, state, or local laws.
Keywords: Aera Therapeutics, Research Associate, Molecular Biology, Cloning, mRNA, Genetic Medicines, Healthcare, Benefits, Cambridge, MA
