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We are pioneering the development of Synteins™, a transformational class of macromolecular medicines unlocked by novel synthetic and computational technologies. Abiologics is actively seeking exceptional scientists who are passionate about driving therapeutic modality innovation in biotechnology.\nAbiologics was founded in Flagship Pioneering’s venture creation engine, where companies such as Moderna Therapeutics (NASDAQ: MRNA) and Generate Biomedicines were conceived and created. Since Flagship’s founding in 2000, the firm has originated and fostered the development of more than 100 scientific ventures resulting in more than 500 issued patents and more than 50 clinical trials for novel therapeutic agents.\nPosition Summary:\nWe are looking for a highly organized, scientifically fluent Research Operations leader to support the advancement of Abiologics’ discovery and development engine. In this role, the successful candidate will drive scientific operations across research programs, including contracting, alliance management, data room management for BD and Investors, IP coordination, and context review of Board materials. This role partners closely with scientific and functional leaders to keep program information accurate, decision-ready, and aligned across the team.\nKey Responsibilities:\nLead scientific operations support across discovery programs, including coordination of program inputs, timelines, and decision materials\nManage and maintain research data rooms, ensuring materials are current, organized, and ready for internal and external review\nCoordinate IP-related workflows with scientific and legal stakeholders, including tracking disclosures, filings, and supporting documentation\nReview and synthesize scientific context for Board of Directors decks and other leadership materials\nPartner with research, platform, and functional leaders to prepare clear, accurate materials for project reviews and senior leadership discussions\nDrive information flow across teams to support effective planning, prioritization, and execution of research activities\nIdentify operational gaps and implement process improvements that strengthen research coordination and information management\nOversee compliance with good practices in data integrity and laboratory operations, efficiently liaising with external vendors and FSP supporting Functions\nSupport cross-functional communication between scientific teams and external partners as needed\nMaintain high standards for accuracy, confidentiality, and timely delivery of critical program information\nRequired Qualifications:\nPhD in a relevant scientific field with minimum 7+ years of relevant experience required\nExperience supporting scientific operations in a biotechnology, pharmaceutical, or similarly technical environment\nDemonstrated ability to manage complex scientific information, build organized data rooms, and support leadership-level materials\nExperience coordinating IP-related processes and working with cross-functional stakeholders on confidential scientific content\nStrong understanding of discovery research workflows and the ability to interpret scientific context across programs\nProven ability to review, summarize, and refine materials for senior leadership or board-level audiences\nExcellent organizational skills and attention to detail\nStrong written and verbal communication skills\nAbility to operate independently in a fast-paced, changing environment\nPreferred Qualifications:\nExperience supporting board materials, committee materials, or executive presentations in a life sciences setting\nExperience working with research and development teams in an early-stage biotechnology company\nExposure to discovery-stage program management, portfolio tracking, or research governance processes\nExperience collaborating with legal, finance, or corporate development partners on confidential materials\nAbility to anticipate needs, manage competing priorities, and drive follow-through across multiple stakeholders\nDemonstrated interest in improving operational rigor within scientific teams\nABOUT FLAGSHIP PIONEERING:\nFlagship Pioneering invents and builds platform companies, each with the potential for multiple products that transform human health, sustainability and beyond. Since its launch in 2000, Flagship has originated more than 100 companies. Many of these companies have addressed humanity’s most urgent challenges: vaccinating billions of people against COVID-19, curing intractable diseases, improving human health, preempting illness, and feeding the world by improving the resiliency and sustainability of agriculture. \nFlagship has been recognized twice on FORTUNE’s “Change the World” list, an annual ranking of companies that have made a positive social and environmental impact through activities that are part of their core business strategies and has been twice named to Fast Company’s annual list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies. Learn more about Flagship at www.flagshippioneering.com.\nAt Flagship, we accept impossible missions to enable bigger leaps. Our core values guide us through uncertainty and toward lasting impact.\nWe are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.\nWe recognize that great candidates often bring unique strengths without fulfilling every qualification. If you have some of the experience listed above but not all, please apply anyway. We are dedicated to building diverse and inclusive teams and look forward to learning more about your background and interest in Flagship.\nRecruitment & Staffing Agencies: Flagship Pioneering and its affiliated Flagship Lab companies (collectively, “FSP”) do not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than candidates. The submission of unsolicited resumes by recruitment or staffing agencies to FSP or its employees is strictly prohibited unless contacted directly by Flagship Pioneering’s internal Talent Acquisition team. Any resume submitted by an agency in the absence of a signed agreement will automatically become the property of FSP, and FSP will not owe any referral or other fees with respect thereto.\nPrivacy Notice for Applicants: When you apply for a role at Abiologics, a Flagship Pioneering portfolio company, we collect and use personal information you provide (such as your name, contact details, work history, and application materials) to evaluate your application, communicate with you, and comply with legal obligations. Your application data is processed through Greenhouse, our applicant tracking system, and may also be reviewed using AI-assisted screening tools. We do not sell your personal information. California residents have rights under the CCPA/CPRA including to know, delete, and opt out of the sharing of their personal information. If you are located in the EU or UK, we process your data under GDPR and you have rights to access, rectify, and erase your data. To exercise your rights or for questions, contact .\nThe salary range for this role is $179,000 - $235,600. Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience. Abiologics, Inc currently offers healthcare coverage, annual incentive program, retirement benefits and a broad range of other benefits. Compensation and benefits information is based on Abiologics, Inc's good faith estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future.\nPrivacy Notice for Applicants: When you apply for a role at Abiologics, a Flagship Pioneering portfolio company, we collect and use personal information you provide (such as your name, contact details, work history, and application materials) to evaluate your application, communicate with you, and comply with legal obligations. Your application data is processed through Greenhouse, our applicant tracking system, and may also be reviewed using AI-assisted screening tools. We do not sell your personal information. California residents have rights under the CCPA/CPRA including to know, delete, and opt out of the sharing of their personal information. If you are located in the EU or UK, we process your data under GDPR and you have rights to access, rectify, and erase your data. 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