Research Associate 3, Analytical Sciences

ABOUT GREENLIGHT

GreenLight Biosciences is an integrated life sciences company developing safe and effective products that address critical problems facing plant health, human health, and animal health. Through scientific imagination and determination, we are developing products to create a future with a cleaner environment, healthier people, and a stronger food supply chain. At the core of the company’s rapid growth is a proprietary platform for higher quality RNA production at a lower cost and faster speed than has ever been possible.

At GreenLight, we believe inclusion is the way forward. We celebrate the power of working together to address humanity’s challenges, meet the needs of underserved populations, and push the boundaries of scientific discovery. Fueled by our aspiration for a true sense of belonging, our talented teams embody the principles of diversity and equality as we strive to bring food security, medicine, and healthcare to everyone—paving the way for a sustainable future. For more information, visit www.greenlightbio.com. 

POSITION

We are rapidly expanding our R&D team and are seeking an exceptional, highly motivated individual to play a key role in providing analytical support for the R&D Team. This individual in Analytical Sciences will work closely with the R&D Team at the Company, performing a range of analytical assays to quantify and characterize analytes in our pathways and our products. Responsibilities include development and execution of sample extraction methods, HPLC, LC-MS, IC, & CE methods, along with corresponding data analysis. Strong technical, organizational, and communication skills, along with a commitment to excellence and high-quality work are required.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform analytical testing that supports various activities in early development
• Operate and maintain analytical instrumentation, including HPLC/UPLC/IC systems, QQQ mass spectrometers, high-resolution mass spectrometers, high-throughput capillary electrophoresis systems, and automated liquid handlers
• Review and deliver reports to multidisciplinary R&D team members
• Track assay performance: execute detail-oriented data mining, trending, and statistical evaluation to assess assay performance and data integrity
• Analyze, summarize, and present experimental results to manager and other team members
• Work collaboratively with other R&D team members to accomplish project goals and milestones
• Use creative problem-solving skills to troubleshoot experimental challenges
• Apply DOE methodology to optimize assays for minimal CV and increased reproducibility
• Ensure accuracy of data and timely turnaround of results coming out of the Analytical Chemistry group
• Analyze, summarize, and present technical data to manager and other team members
• Work collaboratively with other R&D team members to accomplish project goals and milestones 
• Stay up to date with scientific and technical development within the field of analytical chemistry
• Detail-oriented tracking and documenting of experimental results and instrument performance in electronic laboratory notebooks and company databases.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS

• B.S. in analytical chemistry, chemistry, biochemistry, chemical engineering, or related field
• 3+ years’ experience, preferably in an analytical chemistry group at an industrial biotechnology company; relevant graduate research will be considered
• Strong background in chemistry, with knowledge of nucleic acid chemistry, biochemistry, and microbial metabolism a plus
• Method development experience, with a proven track record of successfully developing sample extraction methods and robust, specific LC quantification assays
• Experience with nucleotide and oligonucleotide / nucleic acid separations is preferred
• Familiarity with diverse analytical techniques for metabolite detection/quantification
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting analytical equipment is a plus
• Experience with Mass Spectrometry is required
• Must be highly motivated with high-quality standards for one’s own work, strong communication skills, and an absolute commitment to team success

Greenlight Biosciences Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

GreenLight requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination for its employees consistent with OSHA guidelines.