Staff Scientist II - Viral Vector Development
Harvard University Medical School
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Staff Scientist II - Viral Vector Development

Harvard University Medical School

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Posted:
July 31, 2020
Location:
USA - MA - Boston
Salary:
Open
Type:
Full-time
The Wyss Institute seeks a talented, energetic professional to join our community as a Staff Scientist in the Synthetic Biology Platform. This position provides a unique opportunity to perform cutting edge, hands-on research relating to the design, creation, and testing of new gene delivery vehicles. With an emphasis on viral vectors and viral-like particles, the candidate will focus on a variety of interdisciplinary research directions including:
  • Engineering new viral vectors
  • Creating strategies to target specific organs of cell types
  • Increasing the safety profile and enabling re-dosing strategies
  • Developing new scientific tools such as next generation viral tracers
  • Tailoring delivery for specific diseases or conditions, such as neurological diseases or brain injury


Reporting to the Lead Senior Staff Scientist of the Synthetic Biology Platform, the candidate will perform laboratory research and work in a dynamic, interdisciplinary team comprised of chemists, biologists, and engineers. The candidate will be expected to be a technical expert in their specialized area and will also keep abreast of emerging industry trends. When necessary, the Staff Scientist will also play a role in assisting with grant writing, developing intellectual property, and performing market analysis for potentially translational technologies. The candidate will mentor and assist junior researchers in executing upon clearly defined project goals and will apply project management experience to outline milestones and manage project plans.

Offer contingent upon successful completion of a pre-placement medical evaluation.

The mission of the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard University is to transform human healthcare and the environment by emulating the way nature builds. Developed as an alliance between Harvard and other premier academic and clinical partner institutions, Institute faculty and staff collaborate in high-risk, fundamental research and science-driven technology development. A major focus of the Institute is to translate the technologies developed by its faculty and staff into commercial products and therapies through collaborations with clinical investigators and establishment of corporate alliances and launching startup companies. For more information, visit: http://wyss.harvard.edu/.

Harvard offers an outstanding benefits package including:

  • Time Off: 3 - 4 weeks paid vacation, paid holiday break, 12 paid sick days, 11.5 paid holidays, and 3 paid personal days per year.
  • Medical/Dental/Vision: We offer a variety of excellent medical plans, dental & vision plans, all coverage begins as of your start date.
  • Retirement: University-funded retirement plan contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
  • Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive tuition assistance program, $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and discounted options through participating Harvard grad schools.
  • Transportation: Harvard offers a 50% discounted MBTA pass as well as additional options to assist employees in their daily commute.
  • Wellness options: Harvard offers programs and classes at little or no cost, including stress management, massages, nutrition, meditation and complimentary health services.
  • Harvard access to athletic facilities, libraries, campus events and many discounts throughout metro Boston.



Salary Grade: 057

Union: 00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

  • Bachelor's degree in bioengineering, pharmacology, virology or related discipline required.
  • A minimum of 5 years working with design, cloning, and production of viral vectors or related experience required; Advanced Education may count towards years of experience.


  • Advanced degree in biological science, bioengineering, or related discipline strongly preferred
  • Have the capacity to work with high urgency such as on milestone driven projects
  • Experience with working with animal models, ideally mice
  • Background in neuroscience preferred with an understanding of neuroanatomy
  • Experience with standard tissue analysis techniques such as immunohistochemistry and fluorescence microscopy
  • Strong hands-on understanding of molecular biology and/or cell biology


EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Internal Number: 52447BR
About Harvard University Medical School
Harvard University is devoted to excellence in teaching, learning, and research, and to developing leaders in many disciplines who make a difference globally. The University, which is based in Cambridge and Boston, Massachusetts, has an enrollment of over 20,000 degree candidates, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Harvard has more than 360,000 alumni around the world. The University has twelve degree-granting Schools in addition to the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study, offering a truly global education. Established in 1636, Harvard is the oldest institution of higher education in the United States.
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