RNA Bioscience Lead

Atomic AI, Inc. is a well-funded, early-stage biotech company transforming the rational design of molecules and medicines through the cutting-edge fusion of artificial intelligence and structural biology. Atomic’s unique R&D platform, based on research featured on the cover of Science (doi.org/10.1126/science.abe5650), provides new strategies to treat or cure previously undruggable diseases by targeting RNA structure. We are an interdisciplinary team working across computational and experimental biology and believe that our strongest asset is our people.

This position reports to the Chief Scientific Officer.

Responsibilities:

• Take a lead role in identifying and implementing novel strategies for developing RNA-targeting drugs.
• Work with the leadership to define overall RNA targeting strategy.
• Working closely with the internal ML Data and ML team:
  • Enable and apply RNA-structure platform.
  • Identify and prioritize RNA-structure targets for small molecule drug discovery.
• Establish relevant technologies internally and manage workflows.
• Manage talent both internally and externally to build a productive team.
• Collaborate with the ML Data and ML teams to build an integrated workflow to enable RNA targeting programs.
• Provide scientific leadership and manage day-to-day lab activities, train and mentor team members.
• Work in close collaboration with external partners as appropriate and manage programs.
• Communicate with the leadership regularly to provide regular updates on the projects/programs to enable efficient decision-making.

Experience:

• PhD with 10+ years of experience in RNA biology and/or biochemistry.
• Excellent knowledge on RNA targets in drug discovery, RNA-protein interactions, RNA biochemistry, and RNA-targeting small molecule strategies.
• Demonstrated ability in leading and efficiently executing novel scientific research.
• Proven hands-on experience in RNA technologies, including RNA target selection, purification, screening technologies including biochemical and biophysical methods.
• Ability to independently drive, manage, execute, and deliver results for a portfolio of complex multifunctional projects.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment to enable integration of state-of-the-art technology platform with RNA biology to accelerate the program pipeline forward.
• Experience in managing third party assay laboratories, CRO’s, collaborations, and budget.
• Demonstrated experience managing and mentoring team members to foster professional development, collaboration, and a productive work environment.

Salary Range: $210,000/year to $250,000/year + equity + benefits