Research Associate, Assay Development & HTS

Our Culture: Why work with us?

At Foghorn Therapeutics, we believe in “People First, Mission Always.”

We put “People First” because we know our people are the key to everything we will accomplish. We value the diversity of background, ideas, perspectives and experiences that our team members bring to Foghorn Therapeutics – demonstrated by our community speaking more than 22 languages and representing over 24 nationalities. We value our teammates as people, not just as employees – validated by our actions that let our people know that we care about them, their families, and their lives.

We say “Mission Always” because we know a relentless commitment to our mission will make a difference in the lives of others. We believe our success will come from evaluating the data to follow the science. We work hard to develop a new class of therapies that could improve the lives of over 2.5 million people with cancer.

Our culture is focused on succeeding through the evaluation of data, not people. And in that, relationships can flourish and develop.

Our Science:

The groundbreaking science behind our therapies continues to yield vital insights into diseases that have confounded physicians and researchers. Our core scientific approach is centered on the chromatin regulatory system, which opens and closes the right sections of DNA at the right time. Breakdowns in the chromatin regulatory system lead to a wide range of diseases, including cancer, impacting millions of people.

Our proprietary Gene Traffic Control® platform is a powerful tool for understanding and modulating the chromatin regulatory system. We are pursuing multiple treatments for breakdowns in this system. We are the only company with the ability to study and target the chromatin regulatory system at scale, in context, and in an integrated way.

The Role:

We are seeking a self-motivated and creative Research Associate to join our Drug Discovery team in a lab-based role focused on biochemical and biophysical assay development to identify and characterize novel small molecule drug candidates.

The ideal candidate is a highly collaborative researcher with a demonstrated ability to think critically, communicate effectively, and learn new skills quickly. As a member of our team, the candidate will have the opportunity to contribute to a fun, fast-paced, and data-driven environment.

In This Role, You’ll Get To:

• Develop, optimize, and perform variety of biochemical and biophysical assays to support screening, hit triage, and Hit-to-lead efforts.
• Coordinate assay transfer and weekly activities with CROs
• Analyze, interpret, and document data using an Electronic Laboratory Notebook and data analysis software tools.
• Communicate and present scientific data to project teams.
• Work collaboratively on a multi-disciplinary team and across functions

Requirements

• BS or MS in Biochemistry, Biology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant lab-based experience in industry or academia.
• Hands-on experience with biophysical assay techniques (e.g. DSF, SPR, ITC, MST) and fluorescence-based assay techniques (e.g. FP, TR-FRET, AlphaLISA).
• Familiarity with automated liquid handling instrumentation preferred.
• Ability to work under limited supervision to assess assay performance and optimize protocols.
• Excellent communication and inter-personal skills with the ability to work effectively on teams.
• Excellent skills in problem solving, organization, and attention to detail.

Benefits

Foghorn Therapeutics is pleased to provide you and your family with a comprehensive suite of benefits, including:

• Highly competitive and inclusive medical, dental and vision coverage options
• BCBS PPO and PPO HSA plans
• BCBS Dental Plan
• EyeMed Vision Plan
• FSA and HSA for medical expenses and dependent care expenses
• 401(k) Program via Fidelity with the company match
• Corporate Wellness Program
• Unlimited Paid Time Off policy
• Winter shut down
• 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for birthing/primary parent and primary guardian in case of adoption and 3 weeks of 100% paid parental leave for non-birthing/non-primary parent/guardian.
• Paid Life, LTD and STD insurance coverages, as well as voluntary benefit options
• Free parking, subsidized commuter passes, or a $100 monthly stipend for walking/biking to work
• Company lunches on Wednesdays
  

Foghorn Therapeutics is a smoke-free, alcohol-free and drug-free work environment.

Foghorn is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Foghorn Therapeutics will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.