Research Associate, Platform Research

About Terrestrial Bio, Inc. Terrestrial is transforming the delivery of next-generation therapies, starting with GLP-1. Terrestrial's proprietary Tacterra™ microarray patch (MAP) and applicator platform consists of a patch resembling an adhesive bandage, which is applied with a preloaded applicator and removed after a few minutes. Once applied, each patch delivers bioactive tips into the skin, which dissolve quickly into the body, rapidly releasing their therapeutic payload. Designed for self-administration, the temperature-stable Tacterra™ platform enables precise, controlled delivery of a wide range of therapeutics without medical sharps or refrigeration. Terrestrial has generated strong clinical and in-vivo proof of concept across multiple molecules. For more information, visit Why this role This is a hands-on role working with a novel drug delivery platform. You will work directly with the microarray patch technology itself, not adjacent to it. You'll join a small, senior team of interdisciplinary scientists who invest in developing the people around them, where each member is cross-trained on various concepts, benchtop skills, and analytical techniques, so you'll get exposure well beyond a typical entry-level role. What You Will Own Help design and run studies that identify new candidates for the platform, expanding what it can do across the pipeline Contribute to development of formulations that make room-temperature storage and distribution of the patches possible Run analytical characterization of patches, including dissolution, stability, functional performance, and help build or improve the assays behind it Document, analyze, and communicate your results, including through presentations and written reports Work closely with analytical, manufacturing, and preclinical colleagues, and get exposure to early partner collaborations What you bring BS or MS in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering; 0–2+ years related experience Hands-on formulation development experience with protein/peptide drugs Experience with biologic characterization techniques (HPLC, SEC, DLS, ELISA, or other plate-based assays) Polymer drug delivery experience is a plus Sharp attention to detail and strong written/verbal communication A track record of picking up new skills quickly, solving hard technical problems, and working well across teams An entrepreneurial drive to make an impact on public health Compensation range $62,000 - $71,000 #J-18808-Ljbffr Terrestrial Bio