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Gene Editing Platform Technologies Co-op

Beam Therapeutics · Cambridge, MA · On-site

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About Beam Therapeutics

Backed by GV.

About the role

Beam Therapeutics is a biotechnology company committed to establishing the leading, fully integrated platform for precision genetic medicines. To achieve this vision, Beam has assembled a platform with integrated gene editing, delivery and internal manufacturing capabilities.

What they're looking for

  • Pursuing a BA/BS c /MS in a life science with at least 1 year of laboratory experience in an academic group (outside of coursework) or in industry
  • Proficiency in molecular biology and cell culture workflows such as sterile technique, PCR, cell transfection, etc
  • Excellent organizational, time management, oral and written communication skills
  • Proficiency in use of general bioinformatic and data analysis visualization and design tools such as Benchling , Geneious , GraphPad Prism, Microsoft excel, etc
  • Applicants must be currently enrolled in a degree-granting college or university program and maintain their student status throughout the duration of the co-op to be eligible
More about this role

Beam Therapeutics is a biotechnology company committed to establishing the leading, fully integrated platform for precision genetic medicines. To achieve this vision, Beam has assembled a platform with integrated gene editing, delivery and internal manufacturing capabilities. Beam’s suite of gene editing technologies is anchored by base editing, a proprietary technology that is designed to enable precise, predictable and efficient single base changes, at targeted genomic sequences, without making double-stranded breaks in the DNA. This has the potential to enable a wide range of therapeutic editing strategies that Beam is using to advance a diversified portfolio of base editing programs. Beam is a values-driven organization committed to its people, cutting-edge science, and a vision of providing life-long cures to patients suffering from serious diseases.

Beam is seeking a highly talented and motivated Co-op to join our growing Gene Editing Platform Technologies team from January through June 2027 . The Gene Editing Platform Technologies Co-op will closely coordinate with expert Scientists within the team to aid in the engineering and optimization of gene editing systems that meet...

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Gene Editing Platform Technology

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