Senior Scientist I, Analytical Sciences
Sail Biomedicines · Cambridge, MA
Posted about a month ago · $125,000 - $175,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 35 days Sail Biomedicines 's roles stay open a median of 61 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 100% of Sail Biomedicines 's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Sail Biomedicines
- high 9 stale, 0 reposted of 12 open
- Hiring momentum
- 14 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-25
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About this role
The Senior Scientist I/II in Analytical Sciences at Sail Biomedicines will lead the development and optimization of analytical methods for RNA and lipid nanoparticle programs. This role involves troubleshooting complex analytical challenges, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring high-quality data generation to support preclinical and clinical advancements. The successful candidate will also mentor junior scientists and stay updated on scientific literature and regulatory guidance.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 5/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
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What you need
- Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field with 3+ years of relevant industry experience; M.S. with 7+ years of relevant industry experience; or B.S. with 9+ years of relevant industry experience
- Demonstrated experience developing, optimizing, qualifying, validating, and transferring analytical methods in a biotechnology or pharmaceutical environment
- Strong scientific background in analytical development for biologics, nucleic acid therapeutics, lipid nanoparticles, gene therapies, or other complex therapeutic modalities
- Hands-on experience with multiple analytical techniques, such as chromatography, capillary electrophoresis, UV-Vis spectroscopy, dynamic light scattering, plate-based assays, ligand-binding assays, molecular biology methods, or cell-based assays
- Demonstrated ability to independently design experiments, analyze complex data, troubleshoot technical problems, and drive studies to completion
- Experience supporting product characterization, process development, formulation development, stability studies, specifications, or comparability assessments
Nice to have
- Experience with RNA analytical characterization, including methods for RNA identity, integrity, purity, concentration, structure, and functional expression
- Experience with lipid nanoparticle characterization methods, such as particle size, polydispersity, encapsulation efficiency, lipid content, or potency
- Experience supporting GLP toxicology, clinical manufacturing, stability, or regulatory submission activities, particularly experience with early Phase programs
- Working knowledge of phase-appropriate GxP requirements and relevant ICH guidance
- Experience working with CDMOs or contract testing laboratories
Worth weighing
- Salary range provided is $125,000 - $175,000
- Role requires strong technical leadership and the ability to operate in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
- No specific benefits or perks mentioned in the posting
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