# Co-op, Synthetic Biology (mRNA Therapeutics) at Kernal Biologics

- Company: Kernal Biologics
- What the company does: Kernal biologics is an onco-selective mRNA therapeutics company located in Cambridge, MA. Backed by Y Combinator.
- Company website: https://www.kernalbio.com/
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Internship
- Location: Boston, MA (Seaport)
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $20 to $25/hr (USD)
- Posted: 2026-09-29
- Apply by: 2026-11-23
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/kernalbio/jobs/8008352003?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/kernal-biologics-co-op-synthetic-biology-mrna-therapeutics/

## About the role

We are seeking a highly motivated researcher to fill a Co-op position on our Synthetic Biology team, supporting the design, production, and in vitro testing of mRNA therapeutics. This is a hands-on, bench-based role: you will work with mammalian cell lines every day, transfect and test mRNAs, and support DNA template and mRNA production, while learning cutting-edge mRNA and synthetic biology technologies as an integral member of the team. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- B.S. or M.S. student in Biology, Biological Engineering, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field
- Required: hands-on mammalian cell culture experience at the bench (sterile technique, passaging, transfection, viability assays), not coursework alone
- ≥6 months of previous laboratory experience strongly preferred
- Experience with molecular biology techniques (PCR, cloning, gel electrophoresis) and/or assays such as flow cytometry is a plus
- Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work full-time (35-40 hours/week) on site in Boston's Seaport throughout the ≥6-month Co-op
- Eagerness to grow and develop as a scientist

Tags: R&D

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