(senior) Research Associate, Cryo-em

Flagshippioneeringinc

Cambridge, United States
Base: $65,000 - $107,300; bonus/equity: annual inc...
On-site
Prepare cryo-em grids of soluble proteins
Membrane protein and nanoparticle sample prep
Thermofisher cryo-tem microscope operation
Flagship Pioneering is seeking a highly motivated Cryo-EM Microscopist to support cryo-electron microscopy workflows at Fathem in Cambridge, MA. The role emphasizes high-quality data generation and troubleshooting within a fast-paced environment at the intersection of structural biology and AI technology

Job Summary

  • The role focuses on producing high-quality cryo-EM grids and datasets for diverse biomolecular systems including soluble proteins, membrane proteins, and nanoparticles.
  • Candidates will execute end-to-end workflows from vitrification to data collection on Thermo Fisher microscopes to support next-generation computational models.
  • The position offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of protein biochemistry, structural biology, and AI-driven technology within a fast-moving environment.

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Flagship Pioneering is seeking a highly motivated Cryo-EM Microscopist to support cryo-electron microscopy workflows at Fathem in Cambridge, MA. The role emphasizes high-quality data generation and troubleshooting within a fast-paced environment at the intersection of structural biology and AI technology.

Salary

Base: $65,000 - $107,300; Bonus/Equity: Annual incentive program; Benefits: Healthcare coverage, retirement benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Prepare cryo-EM grids of soluble proteins
  • Membrane protein and nanoparticle sample prep
  • ThermoFisher cryo-TEM microscope operation
  • Automated data acquisition software proficiency
  • High-throughput data generation workflows

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with AI-driven technology development
  • Strong problem-solving in biochemical contexts
  • Cross-functional collaboration with computational teams

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in biochemistry, physics, chemistry, or related field
  • At least 2 years of post-baccalaureate laboratory experience
  • Proficiency with EPU, SerialEM, or Leginon software

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