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Research Associate (Process Development)

Landmark Bio
Watertown, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/23/2026
We are recruiting for a highly motivated and team-oriented professional with entrepreneurial spirit to join our company! This is an exciting opportunity for a well-qualified candidate to join a growing company focused on turning today’s cutting-edge research into tomorrow’s breakthrough therapies. Together with our partners and collaborators, we are effecting broader changes in healthcare industry and making positive impact on people’s lives and our society.

Summary: Research Associate in Process Development involved in executing studies for generation of synthetic DNA, purification and chromatography and cell culture work.

Scope Of Responsibilities

  • Molecular biological techniques for generating synthetic DNA.
  • Use of purification techniques such as affinity and anion exchange chromatography and filtration-based unit operations.
  • Buffer preparation.
  • Analytical assays including, but not limited to, pH, conductivity, analyte measurements, and electrophoresis.
  • Tissue culture techniques required for maintaining mammalian cell culture.
  • Performance of general laboratory tasks, including maintenance of equipment.
  • Maintain accurate and reliable records including database management, batch records, lab notebooks, and all other pertinent documentation.
  • Writing and/or contributing to SOPs, batch records, protocols and reports.
  • Cross training in all process development work being conducted at Landmark Bio.
  • Comply with all environmental health and safety standards.
  • This is a hands-on lab-based position requiring a flexible schedule based on experimental work (some weekend work may be required).


Required qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemical or biochemical engineering, biotechnology, or related discipline with relevant experience
  • Strong team worker who is also independently motivated, detail oriented and possesses good problem-solving capabilities.
  • Detailed oriented.
  • Demonstrated ability to work both independently as well as part of interdisciplinary development team.
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Strong verbal and written skills; able to handle confidential information and material appropriately


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working with DNA.
  • Experience using the Unicorn software as part of the AKTA chromatography system


Landmark Bio is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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