ABOUT GREENLIGHT

GreenLight Biosciences is using RNA to create a world where plants, people, and the planet can thrive together. The company is developing highly effective agricultural solutions for farmers and beekeepers that are targeted to specific pests and degrade quickly in the environment. Our pipeline includes products to protect honeybees and a range of fruits and vegetables. The GreenLight platform allows us to research, design, and manufacture across multiple product categories including insecticides, fungicides, and herbicides.

For more information, visit www.greenlightbio.com.

GreenLight Biosciences is seeking a highly motivated and collaborative Research Associate to join our Analytical Sciences team supporting RNAi product development. In this role you will work alongside a team of Scientists and Research Associates at our Research Triangle Park, NC location who support our product, regulatory, and commercial development efforts across the Plant Health program. The ideal candidate will have experience developing and executing methods that characterize agricultural small molecules, preferably biomolecules such as RNA, peptides, or other bioactives at the molecular level. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to thrive in a cross-functional team working to deliver against aggressive deadlines is essential. Experience with techniques necessary to advance agricultural products towards EPA approval is strongly preferred.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute a variety of chromatographic methods, including HPLC, analytical fraction collection, and LCMS to quantify dsRNA, formulation inert ingredients, preservatives, and various metabolites
• Execute a variety of microbial methods to quantify bioburden, specific microorganisms, and to test for preservative effectiveness
• Perform testing under GLP and non-GLP environments, depending on the project; for GLP testing, ensure compliance with laboratory guidelines and GLP regulations, maintain proper documentation
• Contribute to ensuring GLP compliance of laboratory and testing by maintaining training, tracking samples, and maintaining documentation of laboratory activities
• Support the technology transfer of analytical & bioanalytical methods between groups within GreenLight Biosciences and with external laboratories
• Assist in the development and execution of automation to allow increased throughput of sample extraction and sample processing
• Continually evaluate novel technologies for improved quantification and characterization of RNA-based products
• Apply DOE methodology to optimize assays for minimal CV and increased reproducibility
• Analyze, summarize, and present technical data to manager and other team members
• Stay up to date with scientific and technical development within the field of analytical chemistry

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS

• BSc in chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology, environmental science, or related field
• Previous experience in an analytical group at an industrial biotechnology company: 1+ years
• Previous experience with GLP or GMP testing strongly preferred
• Strong technical background in molecular assays to detect and quantify nucleic acids
• Experience with nucleotide and oligonucleotide / nucleic acid separations is preferred
• Hands on experience troubleshooting analytical instrumentation is strongly preferred
• Must be highly motivated with high quality standards for one’s own work, strong communication skills, and an absolute commitment to team success

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