Job description
NovaBio Labs is seeking a Senior Biotech Scientist to join our therapeutics development team in Cambridge, MA. You will lead interdisciplinary research programs from discovery through translational planning, working closely with biology, chemistry, and bioinformatics partners to advance pipeline projects.
We prize creativity, collaboration, and rigorous scientific thinking. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in molecular biology, cell biology, and assay development, plus a track record of delivering high-impact results in fast-paced environments.
Responsibility
- Design and execute experimental strategies for early-stage therapeutic discovery and validation.
- Lead cross-functional projects with scientists from biology, analytics, and chemistry.
- Develop and optimize in vitro assays (cell-based, biochemical, imaging) to evaluate candidate molecules.
- Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and present findings to stakeholders and senior leadership.
- Ensure compliance with GLP/GMP, safety, and quality systems; document work thoroughly.
- Mentor and train junior scientists; contribute to publications and intellectual property generation.
- Collaborate with translational science teams to align preclinical work with clinical development plans.
- Stay current with novel technologies and implement innovative approaches to accelerate discovery.
Qualification
- PhD in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or a related field; 5+ years of industry experience preferred.
- Hands-on expertise with mammalian cell culture, gene editing (CRISPR/Cas), cloning, and standard molecular assays (qPCR, ELISA, Western blot).
- Proven track record in designing and executing robust in vitro and translational assays; experience with in vivo models a plus.
- Experience with data analysis in R, Python, or similar; strong statistical and data visualization skills.
- Excellent communication, scientific writing, and project management abilities; able to drive programs across teams.
- Familiarity with GLP/GMP environments, SOP development, and regulatory documentation.
- Publication history and/or IP contributions are highly valued.