The Quality Control Associate will execute procedures for development and validation of analytical methods for analysis of biomolecules, especially DNA, RNA, and LNP-RNA. This position will also support internal manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing for the quantitation and/or qualitative characterization of mRNA, plasmid DNA, proteins, and small molecules with supervision or guidance  

• Maintain stocks of critical reagents and supplies  

• Document all work R&D in electronic lab notebook, QbD, or GMP system as appropriate.  

• Perform routine testing of raw materials, in-process intermediates, and finished products.  

• Recognize and report out-of-specification or unexpected results   

• Become an essential part of Vernal’s origin story 

• Enjoy the benefits of living in Vermont 

Requirements and Desirable skills

• Persistence, determination, client- and team-first mindset

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in cell or molecular biology, biomedical or chemical engineering, biochemistry, or a related field 

• Nucleic acid or protein chemistry: HPLC, UV/VIS spectrophotometry, PCR, RT-qPCR, agarose gel electrophoresis  

• Biochemistry: polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis (PAGE), western blotting, other forms of immunoblotting (e.g. dot and slot blots), silver staining, Bioanalyzer, dynamic light scattering

• High attention to detail including planning, executing, and documenting experiments 

• Deep understanding and practical knowledge of the scientific method, selection of experimental controls

• High attention to detail including planning, executing, and documenting experiments

• Communication skills including protocol writing, working directly with clients, Power Point

How to apply

Please email your resume and cover letter to careers@vernal.bio.