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ABOUT GREENLIGHT
At GreenLight we are working to solve two of the world's greatest problems: global food insecurity and equal access to vaccines and the associated health benefits. Unlike most corporations who can be required to put profits ahead of other principles, GreenLight is one of the first Public Benefit Corporations to be publicly traded and have a charter that requires a focus on how it benefits its employees, community and society and has a broad portfolio addressing key issues in plant health and human health (Nasdaq: GRNA) by leveraging the full potential of dsRNA and mRNA. The GreenLight team is over 300 people across our headquarters in Medford, MA, an R&D facility in Woburn, MA and an R&D facility in Research Triangle Park, NC. GreenLight also has a biomanufacturing plant in Rochester, NY. Initiatives include finding ways to support biodiversity, protect bees and other pollinators, treat rare diseases as well as develop vaccines.
At GreenLight, we believe inclusion is the way forward. We celebrate the power of working together to address humanity's challenges, meet the needs of underserved populations, and push the boundaries of scientific discovery. Fueled by our aspiration for a true sense of belonging, our talented teams embody the principles of diversity and equality as we strive to bring food security, medicine, and healthcare to everyone-paving the way for a sustainable future. For more information, visit .
GreenLight Biosciences Inc. is looking for an exceptional, highly motivated full-time Research Associate to work on projects that utilize cutting edge RNA technologies to develop novel biopesticides. The successful candidate will support research in the fungal mode of action team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and execute experiments following standard operating protocols, processes, and systems.
- Develop new processes, methods, and/or protocols and ensure their appropriate validation and wider implementation.
- Deliver reproduceable results to the team in a timely manner.
- Use creative problem-solving skills to innovate and troubleshoot technical challenges.
- Effectively communicate with peers, supervisors regarding the status of projects and work activities.
QUALIFICATIONS
Requirements
- B.S. or M.S. in molecular biology, plant pathology, microbiology or related disciplines.
- Demonstrated experience in molecular biology, genetics, plant pathology, or related biotechnology field.
- Must have hands-on experience with molecular cloning including primer design, extracting and handling DNA/RNA, PCR, and RT-qPCR etc.
- Proficiency in fluorescence or confocal microscopy.
- Excellent analytical and communication skills in interpreting and presenting study results, for example, using standard statistical methods.
- Proficiency in use of standard Microsoft Office software (e.g., Excel and PowerPoint).
- Flexibility in handling new job assignments and achieving results in a rapidly changing work environment.
- Ability and motivation to learn new technologies.
- Have high quality standards for one's own work, strong communication skills, and a commitment to team success.
Preferred Requirements
- Experience with culturing fungi or fungal-like organisms.
- Experience with setting up, executing and interpreting results of plant pathogenesis assays.
- Knowledge of RNAi, sequencing technologies, bioinformatics, genetics, and biotechnology with an analytical mindset.
- At least one-year industrial experience.
Greenlight Biosciences Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
GreenLight requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination for its employees.
