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Technical Operations:
Associate Scientist

Why Join Intellia? 

Our mission is to develop curative genome editing treatments that can positively transform the lives of people living with severe and life-threatening diseases. 

Beyond our science, we live our four core values: One, Explore, Disrupt, Deliver and feel strongly that you can achieve more at Intellia. We have a single-minded determination to excel and succeed together. We believe in the power of curiosity and pushing boundaries. We welcome challenging thoughts and imagination to develop innovative solutions. And we know that patients are counting on us to make the promise a reality, so we must maintain high standards and get it done. 

We want all of our people to go beyond what is possible. We aren’t constrained by typical end rails, and we aren’t out to just “treat” people. We’re all in this for something more. We’re driven to cure and motivated for change. Just imagine the possibilities of what we can do together.   

How You Will Achieve More with Intellia:

Execute analytical procedures relevant to gene therapy and cell therapy platforms. Train on existing SOPs as well as develop novel nucleic acid, LNP, and small molecule analytical characterization methods. Provide analytical characterization of in-house manufactured mRNA, oligos and lipid nanoparticles (LNPs). Conduct, troubleshoot, and modify experiments to achieve tight deadlines. Handle routine process development and stability samples and deliver results on time for process decisions. Communicate research and development results across different internal teams. Execute method qualification protocol and support fit-for-purpose testing. Author SOPs by adhering to Analytical development guidance. Work collaboratively with Analytical Development and Quality teams to gather and analyze data to achieve method readiness. Operate, maintain, and coordinate qualifications with vendors for multiple laboratory instruments. Assist in maintaining general laboratory functionality, including lab cleanup schedules and other tasks. Train team members, as needed. Position is fixed based in Cambridge office; however, telecommuting up to 2 days per week may be permitted.

About You:

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a directly related field plus two (2) years of industry experience.

Must have one (1) year of experience with the following (experience may be gained concurrently):

  • Chromatography and other analytical techniques relevant for characterizing nanoparticle formulations, including HPLC/UPLC, particle size, fluorescent assays, and HPLC-CAD.

  • Reviewing data for quality and compliance protocols, methods and GxP practices

  • Assay development for biomacromolecules and small molecules

  • Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) regulations

  • Transferring internal methods to CRO or CMO

  • Drafting documents for quality support on investigations, OOS, and OOTs

  • Contributing to regulatory documents, including CTA or IND, to advance drug development

  • Handling complex shipping of GMP materials from CMO to CROs

  • Overseeing and troubleshooting method development remotely at CROs

Will accept a Master’s degree plus one (1) year of industry experience in lieu of Bachelor’s plus two (2) years of experience.

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Covid-19 Vaccination Policy: All Intellia employees, regardless of work location, must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. This requirement includes a booster dose once eligible. Requests for exemption for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs will be considered.

EEOC Statement: Intellia believes in a diverse environment, and is committed to equal employment opportunity for all its employees and qualified applicants. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Intellia will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

EEOC Statement: Intellia believes in a diverse environment, and is committed to equal employment opportunity for all its employees and qualified applicants. We do not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Intellia will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.