Co-op, Synthetic Biology (mRNA Therapeutics)
Kernal Biologics, Inc. · Boston, MA (Seaport)
Posted 8 days ago · $20-25
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 8 days Kernal Biologics, Inc.'s roles stay open a median of 29 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 40% of Kernal Biologics, Inc.'s roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Kernal Biologics, Inc.
- high 2 stale, 0 reposted of 5 open
- Hiring momentum
- 9 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-08
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Kernal Biologics, Inc.'s own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Kernal Biologics, Inc..
About this role
The Co-op position in Synthetic Biology at Kernal Biologics involves hands-on laboratory work focused on the design, production, and testing of mRNA therapeutics. Daily tasks include maintaining mammalian cell lines, transfecting mRNAs, supporting DNA template design, and conducting quality analysis of mRNA production. The role requires documenting experiments and presenting results while working collaboratively within the team.
- benefits
- 2/5
- freshness
- 5/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
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What you need
- B.S. or M.S. student in Biology, Biological Engineering, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field
- Hands-on mammalian cell culture experience at the bench (sterile technique, passaging, transfection, viability assays)
- ≥6 months of previous laboratory experience
- Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work full-time (35-40 hours/week) on site in Boston's Seaport throughout the ≥6-month Co-op
- Eagerness to grow and develop as a scientist
Nice to have
- Experience with molecular biology techniques (PCR, cloning, gel electrophoresis)
- Experience with assays such as flow cytometry
What you get
- Compensation: $20-25/hour based on experience
- Free Bluebikes membership
- Gym membership support
- On-site cafeteria
Worth weighing
- In-person role requires full-time commitment in Boston's Seaport for the duration of the Co-op
- Hands-on experience is mandatory, coursework alone is not sufficient
- No mention of remote work options or flexibility
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Listed by Kernal Biologics, Inc. on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-08. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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