Research Associate, Analytical Development (mRNA)

Location: Norwood, Massachusetts, United States; site-based and not eligible for remote work

Salary: $63,200–$100,900 per year, with potential bonus, incentive compensation, or equity award.

Company

hirify.global develops mRNA medicines and vaccines through its mRNA technology platform.

What you will do

• Execute cell-based bioassays to evaluate the potency and biological activity of mRNA-based medicines.
• Support assay development, optimization, troubleshooting, and qualification under guidance.
• Perform mammalian cell culture and maintain cell lines.
• Analyze, document, and interpret experimental data while identifying sources of assay variability.
• Follow protocols, SOPs, and regulatory expectations, and contribute to technical protocols and reports.
• Collaborate with Quality, Process Development, Research, and other partners to support clinical and commercial programs.

Requirements

• BS degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Immunology, Biological Engineering, or a related field, with 0–3+ years of relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture, transient transfections, bioassays, or related biological techniques.
• Ability to learn experimental techniques, troubleshoot challenges, and adapt in a fast-paced research environment.
• Strong attention to detail, accurate protocol execution, basic data analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience maintaining laboratory notebooks and documenting experimental work clearly and systematically.
• Must work full-time at the hirify.global site in Norwood; the role is not eligible for remote work.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with GraphPad Prism, data visualization, and basic statistical concepts.
• Experience with ELISA, cell-based assays, or reporter assays.
• Exposure to nucleic acid therapeutics and delivery technologies such as RNA, DNA, LNP, or viral vectors.

Culture & Benefits

• In-person 70/30 work model emphasizing collaboration, teamwork, and direct mentorship.
• Healthcare and voluntary benefit programs.
• Fitness, mindfulness, mental health, family planning, fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support.
• Paid vacation, volunteer days, sabbatical, global recharge days, and year-end shutdown.
• Savings and investment programs, plus location-specific perks.