Medicinal Chemistry Co-op

Wave Life Sciences is a biotechnology company focused on unlocking the broad potential of RNA medicines to transform human health. Our RNA medicines platform, PRISM, combines multiple modalities, chemistry innovation and deep insights in human genetics. Our diversified pipeline includes clinical programs in Duchenne muscular dystrophy, Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, Huntington’s disease, obesity and a preclinical program in NASH/MASH.

Wave Life Sciences seeks a highly motivated, energetic, safety conscious and results-driven candidate to join its team of medicinal chemists. The co-op’s role will primarily consist of laboratory work in support of the medicinal chemistry team’s efforts. The candidate will plan, design and execute multi-step synthesis including purification and compound characterization.

The candidate will analyze raw materials and final products received and maintain records. Training will be provided in a variety of laboratory techniques and instrumentation including NMR, UPLC/MS, polarimeter, Isco column chromatography and benchtop rotovap. These efforts support the development of novel nucleic acid therapies across multiple disease areas.

Join a collaborative team driven by the calling to “Reimagine Possible” in a multidisciplinary environment. Present data and summarized results both orally and in written form within team meetings. This position offers an excellent learning opportunity in cutting-edge science.