Research Associate
Company: STRM.BIO
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: February 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description ABOUT STRM.BIO STRM.BIO
(pronounced “storm bio”) is a VC-backed biotech startup building a
new kind of gene therapy delivery platform based on naturally
occurring extracellular vesicles (EVs). We're leveraging the unique
biology of EVs to unlock targeted, scalable, and low-immunogenicity
genetic medicines that target the bone marrow. We’re a small,
fast-moving team based at The Engine in Cambridge, MA. We believe
in simplicity, integrity, and keeping people at the center of
everything we do. We’re here to do great science and build a
company we’re proud of. THE OPPORTUNITY We’re looking for Research
Associates to help grow our research engine. You’ll work
shoulder-to-shoulder with technical leadership and a team of
Scientists to support key programs and facilitate external
collaborations. This is a hands-on, highly cross-functional role
ideal for someone who’s ready to dive in and execute in equal
measure. This is a full-time, on-site role. WHAT YOU’LL DO (Key
Responsibilities) Support the Research Team in efforts across
multiple collaborative research programs Contribute to R&D
efforts to meet project milestones, maintaining the standards of
scientific rigor and adhering to ethical standards Maintain
standards consistent with company culture and values Work closely
with team members to maintain project development, implementation
and troubleshooting of experiments Generate, analyze, and share
experimental results and ensure that all protocols, reagents, data,
and analyses are documented following data integrity principles and
prepared and made available in a timely manner Attend team meetings
to discuss results, future plans and experiments, with a keenness
to help achieve company milestones Maintain comprehensive and
up-to-date knowledge of molecular and cellular biology techniques
Perform other duties as assigned, including all those associated
with facilitating the smooth operation of a wet lab environment
Maintain accurate records in electronic lab notebooks (ELNs) and
contribute to documentation for internal reports and regulatory
filings Attend regular EHS meetings and maintain accurate biologic
and chemical records WHAT YOU BRING (Required Qualifications) B.S.
or M.S. in biology, immunology, bioengineering, or related field
Some prior industry experience is strongly preferred Familiarity
with gene-editing technologies (e.g., CRISPR, TALEN, ZFNs) and
delivery platforms (e.g., viral vectors, LNPs, exosomes) Previous
involvement in in vivo studies or willingness to learn animal
handling and vivarium protocols Strong organizational and
communication skills, with comfort operating in interdisciplinary
project teams Prior experience with CRO collaboration or CMC
workflows is a bonus KEY POSITION DETAILS 100% on-site in
Cambridge, MA Full time with competitive compensation The salary
range for this position is $70,000 to $90,000 USD annually. This
salary range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based
on various factors, including, without limitation, individual
education, experience, tenure, skills, and abilities, as well as
internal equity and alignment with market data, including potential
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