Research Associate, In Vivo Pharmacology

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or a related life sciences discipline with 0-2 years' experience.
• Knowledge of tissue processing and molecular biology methods including RNA purification, PCR, qPCR, sequencing, protein isolation, MSD, western blot.
• Hands-on experience with mouse colony management (animal handling, health assessment), dosing techniques (IV, SC, and IP), blood collection (tail vein/submandibular and cardiac puncture), and tissue collection at necropsy for ex vivo analysis.
• Proficiency in standard laboratory techniques including cell culture, aseptic technique, and sterile handling of biological samples.
• Hands-on experience or strong foundational knowledge in ELISA, hELISA assay design, execution, and troubleshooting for quantification of proteins, antibodies, or small molecules.
• Experience with data analysis and visualization software such as Graph Pad Prism, Microsoft Office (including Excel) for summarizing and presenting pharmacology and bioanalytical data.
• Familiarity with electronic laboratory notebooks (ELN) for data recording and experiment documentation.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills; meticulous in data recording and documentation.
• Thrives in a dynamic environment that requires continuous learning, quick course correction, and flexibility as priorities evolve.
• Naturally curious, eager to learn and understand the basic biologic mechanisms underpinning our products and the scientific rationale for RNA editing as a therapeutic modality.

Additional Information

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 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. Korro Bio is seeking a highly motivated Research Associate to join our In Vivo Pharmacology team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work alongside experienced scientists in a collaborative, cross-functional environment as we advance transformative genetic medicines to improve the lives of patients. 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.

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