Associate Scientist II, Biology
Alnylam Pharmaceuticals
September 15, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Cambridge, MA)
Worldwide
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Associate Scientist II in Research, supporting RNAi therapeutic development from discovery to clinical entry. Responsibilities: design and execute studies in rodent disease models, perform molecular assays (qPCR, western blot, ELISA), in vitro and cell-based characterization of drug activity, perform rodent in vivo procedures, analyze data, and prepare reports and presentations. Qualifications: Bachelor's in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Genetics or related field with 1-3 years relevant experience, proficiency in molecular analysis techniques, cell culture, and basic rodent in vivo skills; ability to independently troubleshoot assays and interpret data. Preferred: experience with rodent disease models and establishing in vivo procedures. HighValue: RNAi therapeutics, preclinical in vivo studies, molecular assays, rodent models, early-stage drug discovery, collaborative cross-functional environment. WorkSetup: not specified; candidate should be flexible and work efficiently under tight deadlines.