# Scientist I, mRNA, Process Development at ElevateBio

- Company: ElevateBio
- What the company does: ElevateBio is powering the industry with an integrated approach to technologies and manufacturing. Backed by SoftBank VF.
- Company website: https://elevate.bio/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Mid level
- Location: Waltham, Massachusetts, United States
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $105K to $145K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-09-10
- Apply by: 2026-10-25
- Apply: https://elevate.bio/about/jobs/6188496004?gh_jid=6188496004
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/elevatebio-scientist-i-mrna-process-development/

## About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled mRNA Scientist to join our process development team at ElevateBio. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in mRNA synthesis, purification, and characterization. As an mRNA Scientist, you will be responsible for designing, executing, and optimizing experiments related to mRNA production and purification. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to support the tech transfer of mRNA-based therapeutics.

## What they're looking for

- BS/MS in Microbiology, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, or a related discipline with 8+ years of relevant experience, with a minimum of 4 years in working with mRNA-based therapeutics
- Comprehensive mRNA processing experience with hands-on experience in in-vitro transcription (IVT) and plasmid DNA linearization
- Knowledge in mRNA downstream methods for Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF) and multiple chromatography techniques such as dT Affinity, IEX, and RP-HPLC
- Experience operating automated chromatography systems (ÄKTA Avant/Pure) and filtration skids (Repligen KrosFlow Kr2i)
- Comprehensive understanding of tech transfer activities around the production of mRNA drug substance
- Expertise in process scaling around mRNA production from bench scale to GMP manufacturing

Tags: Process Development