Wave Life Sciences · 9 hours ago
Process Development Co-op (Fall 2026)
Lexington, MA
Full-time
Onsite
New GradWave Life Sciences is a biotechnology company focused on unlocking the broad potential of RNA medicines to transform human health. They are seeking a highly motivated co-op student to join their team of scientists in Lexington, Massachusetts, where the student will gain exposure to oligonucleotide synthesis, purification, and analysis. This position offers an excellent learning opportunity in a team-oriented, fast-paced biotech environment.
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Responsibilities
Assist in the upstream and downstream development of oligonucleotides
Preparation of synthesis reagents for solid phase oligonucleotide synthesis by weighing organic compounds and preparing reagents
Independently prepare buffer solutions of specified molarity for purification of oligonucleotides
Assist in the operation of AKTA systems and be able to learn and work on UNICORN software
Assist in running desalting operations on Sartoflow TFF systems
Prepare and submit samples on analytical systems such as UPLC and LCMS and conduct analysis
Maintain a detailed report of experimental procedures and findings in electronic lab notebooks
Use of pH meter, Nanodrop to record data
Use of MS Excel is preferred
Qualification
Required
Highly motivated co-op students
Strong organizational skills
Attention to detail
Ability to thrive in a team-oriented, fast-paced and cross-disciplinary biotech environment
Assist in the upstream and downstream development of oligonucleotides
Preparation of synthesis reagents for solid phase oligonucleotide synthesis by weighing organic compounds and preparing reagents
Independently prepare buffer solutions of specified molarity for purification of oligonucleotides
Assist in the operation of AKTA systems and be able to learn and work on UNICORN software
Assist in running desalting operations on Sartoflow TFF systems
Prepare and submit samples on analytical systems such as UPLC and LCMS and conduct analysis
Maintain a detailed report of experimental procedures and findings in electronic lab notebooks
Use of pH meter, Nanodrop to record data
Following the lab safety protocols including use of PPEs
Preferred
Organic chemistry or biochemistry laboratory experience
Use of MS Excel
Company
Wave Life Sciences
Wave Life Sciences is a clinical-stage RNA medicines company committed to delivering life-changing treatments for people battling diseases
Founded in 2012
201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.22BKey Investors
GlaxoSmithKlineTakeda VenturesForesite Capital
2025-12-09Post Ipo Equity· $350M
2024-09-24Post Ipo Equity· $200M
2023-12-06Post Ipo Equity· $100M
Leadership Team
Paul Bolno
President and CEO
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Chandra Vargeese
Chief Technology Officer and Head of Platform Discovery Sciences
Recent News
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