What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Associate, NGS position at Korro Bio?
Company Summary: Korro is a biopharmaceutical company focused on developing a new class of genetic medicines for both rare and highly prevalent diseases using its proprietary RNA editing platform. Korro is generating a portfolio of differentiated programs that are designed to harness the body’s natural RNA editing process to effect a precise yet transient single base edit. By editing RNA instead of DNA, Korro is expanding the reach of genetic medicines by delivering additional precision and tunability, which has the potential for increased specificity and improved long-term tolerability. Using an oligonucleotide-based approach, Korro expects to bring its medicines to patients by leveraging its proprietary platform with precedented delivery modalities, manufacturing know-how, and established regulatory pathways of approved oligonucleotide drugs. Korro’s lead program is Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency (AATD). Korro is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
We are collaborative and united by a common mission. We are building a company with extraordinary people with an audacious vision to create transformative genetic medicines for prevalent diseases. Our values - Rewrite the future, On the Cutting Edge, Better Together, Dynamically Different, Kindness and Integrity form the fabric of the organization. They are reinforced daily and serve as key dimensions in the hiring process to help us ensure that Korro is a magnet for outstanding talent and a great place to work. Join us as we redefine what's possible in genetic medicine and work to make a lasting impact on human health.
Position Summary: Korro Bio is seeking a highly motivated research associate to join our NGS operations team and work with an enthusiastic team of highly skilled scientists. The ideal candidate for this lab-based position is committed to deliver high quality results in a timely manner. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a collaborative team and contribute to the development of next-generation RNA editing technology and therapeutics in a fast-paced biotech company.
\n- Following SOPs precisely to routinely perform NGS assay.
- Work effectively to manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality results in a timely fashion.
- Support NGS scientist in operation tasks including inventory management, assay development and operation improvement.
- Support operations team in equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Accurately document project and sample information, protocols, and experimental details through an Electronic Lab Notebook (ELN).
- Associate degree or BS with 0-2 years’ experience.
- Experience and/or desire to work in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
- Strong attention to detail, time management, and documentation skills.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Competent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams, etc.).
- Experience with high-throughput liquid handling equipment is highly preferred.
- Experience with molecular biology or NGS is a plus.
Benefits: Korro offers competitive compensation, including equity-based compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, a dependent care flexible spending account and a Company-funded health savings account and free parking.
