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Company Overview:

Dyne Therapeutics is focused on delivering functional improvement for people living with genetically driven neuromuscular diseases. We are developing therapeutics that target muscle and the central nervous system (CNS) to address the root cause of disease. The company is advancing clinical programs for Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) and myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) as well as a preclinical programs for facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) and Pompe disease. At Dyne, we are on a mission to deliver functional improvement for individuals, families and communities. Learn more at https://www.dyne-tx.com/, and follow us on X, LinkedIn and Facebook.

Role Summary:

The Co-op for Genetics Medicine Research will provide critical lab-facing support towards the development of exciting novel therapies for the treatment of neuromuscular disorders. This role will support key in vitro and in vivo studies aimed at evaluating mechanisms of action and efficacy of our therapeutic molecules. The Co-op in this role will onboard a number of critical molecular assays that drive go/no-go decisions for drug development and communicate these findings to the department and wider company. As part of the Dyne research team, this role requires a highly motivated, collaborative team player and ambitious self-starter who enjoys working in a fast-paced team setting. Co-op must be comfortable with hands-on mouse tissue processing for consideration.

This role is based in Waltham, MA without the possibility of being remote. This is a 6-month position beginning in July.

Candidates must be enrolled in an accredited college or university Co-Op Program.

Primary Responsibilities Include:

Execute assays following established protocols to evaluate therapeutic candidates in relevant biological systems.
Support development of new assays to answer key scientific questions to drive program forward.
Document research efforts and maintain proper records.
Process animal tissues for downstream assays.
Work effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results.
Perform data analysis and communicate findings to team members.
Follow general laboratory safety procedures, as related to biologically derived materials.
Present research findings at departmental and company-wide meetings.

Education and Skills Requirements:

Undergraduate or Graduate student currently pursuing a degree in biology or neuroscience discipline.
Experience with executing tissue culture and core molecular biology assays: qPCR, hELISA, FISH, etc. is desired.
Self-motivated team player with a strong work ethic.
Exceptional attention to details and organizational skills.
Excellent communication skills and diligent with record keeping.
Knowledge of software applications such as Prism, Excel, and PowerPoint.

MA Pay Range

$25—$25 USD

The pay range reflects the base pay range Dyne reasonably expects to pay for this role at the time of posting. Individual compensation depends on factors such as education, experience, job-related knowledge, and demonstrated skills.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principles functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance workload.

Dyne Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Genetic Medicines Research, Co-Op

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