Scientist – Molecular Biology/ RNA Biology

Eleven Tx

About the company:

Eleven Therapeutics is on a mission to develop the next generation of nucleic acid therapeutics by harnessing the power of state-of-the-art RNA biology, combinatorial chemistry and A.I., transforming drug discovery and development into a programmable process. Our team consists of world class scientists and entrepreneurs, with a proven track-record in breakthrough innovations and therapeutic R&D. Our discovery engine integrates deep expertise in bioengineering, chemistry, genomics and computer science. Our resultant pipeline is rapidly expanding, focusing on a multitude of respiratory diseases, including antiviral prophylactics and treatments for non-infectious diseases of substantial unmet medical need. Eleven champions Diversity and Inclusion, and spans multiple geographies, operating across Cambridge (UK), Tel-Aviv (Israel), and Boston (US).

Job description:

Eleven Tx is seeking to hire a passionate and innovative scientist to join our RNA Technology
team and aid our efforts in developing a new generation of RNA-based therapies. The
successful candidate will utilise state-of-the-art techniques aimed at tackling today’s challenges
in the delivery, durability, and long-lasting effects of life-saving RNA therapies. We are
looking for a creative and well-rounded molecular biologist, who demonstrates skills in nucleic
acid R&D and has a passion for developing cutting edge RNA-based technologies.

What do we offer?
• Becoming a part of an impact driven venture
• A place to grow and fulfil your aspirations
• Competitive compensation package

Required qualifications:

• You will take part in the development of combinatorial platforms for the discovery of new

RNA delivery pathways and novel RNA modification strategies.

• You will identify and implement novel tools in RNA and cell biology, propose

experimental designs and strategies, and work at the bench to implement and troubleshoot

your systems.

• Eleven fosters an interdisciplinary environment, where you will work closely with other

team members, and collaborate with the Artificial Intelligence and Chemistry teams to

further develop new areas of research aimed to provide safe, effective, and durable

therapeutics.

Required experience and skills

• PhD in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or related field

• 3+ years academic or industry experience in nucleic acid technologies, RNA-biology, and

next generation sequencing (NGS)

• Hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture and cell-based assays

• Recognized excellence as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications

Job location

Cambridge, United Kingdom