Senior Scientist I R&D - job 1 of 2

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Aldevron, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

At Aldevron, we deliver world-class CDMO services that accelerate the development of groundbreaking therapies. Our mission is to be the engine of innovation for genomic medicine pioneers. As a member of our team, you’ll help bring life-changing innovations to life—impacting millions around the world. We bring together deep scientific expertise, an unwavering commitment to quality, and a collaborative spirit to drive progress. Whether you're launching your career or bringing years of experience, we value the unique perspective you bring. Join us and become part of a mission-driven team advancing science and unlocking human potential—one discovery at a time.

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This position is part of Research and Development team located in Waltham, MA and will be onsite. At Aldevron, we combine best-in-class products and service with the ideal operating environment to lay the groundwork for vital new discoveries worldwide. You will be a part of a cross-functional R&D team focused on Gene Editing and report to the Director of R&D.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Lead and manage complex R&D projects focused on gene editing technologies, including CRISPR/Cas systems and other nucleases.
• Drive the development of new gene editing products and improve existing technologies.
• Utilize advanced analytical techniques to interpret experimental data, draw conclusions, and make strategic recommendations for further research and development.
• Work closely with scientists, engineers, and product managers to achieve project goals and timelines.
• Mentor junior scientists and contribute to their professional development.

The essential requirements of the job include:

• PhD in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or related discipline with 3+ years of experience. Or MS degree in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or related discipline with 5+ years of experience. Or BS degree in biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, chemistry, or related discipline with 8+ years of experience.
• Relevant demonstrable experience with CRISPR/Cas systems and other gene editing technologies.
• Proven track record of successful project leadership and innovation in gene editing technologies as evidenced by publication and/or patent record.
• Expertise in molecular biology techniques, including PCR, cloning, gene editing, and protein expression. Proficiency with analytical methods such as HPLC, mass spectrometry, and ELISA.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to analyze complex data sets. Experience with statistical software and data visualization tools is a plus.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Culturing primary cells such as T-cells, iPSC, HSC and organoids
• Ultracentrifugation-based techniques in purification/analysis of gene editing components

Aldevron, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

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Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life. 

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