Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Function as a key member of the research organization and be the person who knows everything about oligonucleotide delivery.
Use your knowledge of oligo delivery to help guide a deeper understanding of and identify delivery solutions.
Partner with other groups within research and development to help facilitate lead identification, optimization and development candidate nomination.
Identify advisors and collaborators to help drive innovation in oligo delivery.
Identify and execute on opportunities to improve and advance delivery.
Serve as a role model and foster a scientifically rigorous, open and supportive scientific environment.
Effectively communicate scientific planning, progress and results to constituencies within and outside of Korro.
Communicate status updates and program issues to appropriate team members.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in a relevant biological or chemical science.
10+ years of experience in solving complex problems in discovery or drug development, preferably in a biotech environment.

Other Knowledge, Experience or Skills Recommended

Demonstrated accomplishment in the field of nucleic acids through publications and presentations and/or a track record in industry.
Ideally have experience in all methods of oligonucleotide delivery including LNPs, oligo conjugates and other modes of delivery.
Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with oligonucleotide delivery strategies.
Experience with oligonucleotide pharmacology.
Must be able to coordinate activities and integrate information across different functional groups including cell biology, pharmacology and chemistry.
Demonstrates a proactive and collaborative philosophy and a hands-on approach to getting things done.
Excellent written and communication skills to a variety of levels/teams- internally and externally.
Must be able to identify and cultivate relationships with advisors and collaborators.
Experienced in the delivery of oligo-based therapeutics to liver and other tissues with a proven track record of successfully solving drug delivery challenges would be ideal.
Enthusiasm for being a hands-on manager with a passion for getting things done, no matter what it takes.

Valid through: 2/26/2021