Senior Optical Scientist - Vibrational Spectroscopy

Posted 11 days ago

flagship venturesSomerville (MA)

Physical Scientists, All Other Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

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About the role

Flagship Pioneering in Cambridge, MA seeks a (Senior) Scientist in Optical Technologies to design and test innovative optical and vibrational spectroscopy methods for observing biological systems. You will lead hands-on experiments across instrumentation, biology, and external collaborations in a fast-moving, founding-stage venture. The role emphasizes practical, lab-based discovery and shaping the scientific roadmap with cross-disciplinary teams in a dynamic startup environment.

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