# Scientist I, Biochemistry & Lead Discovery at Flagship Pioneering

- Company: Flagship Pioneering
- What the company does: Pioneering Partnerships Latest News.
- Company website: https://www.flagshippioneering.com
- Type: VC firms
- Level: Senior
- Location: Cambridge, MA USA
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $100K to $127K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-10-30
- Apply by: 2026-12-14
- Apply: https://boards.greenhouse.io/flagshippioneeringinc/jobs/8924618002?gh_jid=8924618002&utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/flagship-pioneering-scientist-i-biochemistry-and-lead-discovery/

## About the role

FL111 is seeking an independent and motivated lab scientist with deep understanding of biochemical and biophysical assay design to join the Biochemistry team. This role will lead assay development, target engagement studies, and binding characterization for small molecules, heterobifunctionals, and related modalities, working closely with chemistry and biology to inform hit-to-lead optimization and mechanism-of-action questions. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- MS or PhD in Biochemistry, Chemical Biology, Enzymology, or a related field
- PhD and 0-2 years of relevant academic or industry experience
- Deep understanding of protein chemistry and biophysics, with hands-on experience working with small-molecule compounds
- Demonstrated ability to develop and troubleshoot biochemical assays independently
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally
- A high degree of scientific independence, motivation, and solutions-oriented thinking

Tags: Research/Discovery

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