About the job

HAYA is dedicated to leveraging emerging insights in RNA biology to develop a novel class of therapeutics. In this role, you will be an early member of a highly dynamic scientific team generating and experimentally executing on actionable pioneering hypotheses to drive novel platform and therapeutic applications.

HAYA seeks candidates who are creative, scientifically bold, independent, goal-oriented, excellent communicators, motivated to learn new skills and work collaboratively in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment.

Requirements are a Ph.D. in molecular/cellular/RNA biology (or equivalent), an additional 3+ years of relevant experience, and a proven track-record of scientific excellence as evidenced by a strong publication and/or patent record. The candidate needs a strong background in molecular and RNA biology with experience designing, performing and analyzing a wide array of cell & molecular biology assays and a demonstrated ability to generate innovative hypotheses in unexplored biological fields.

Key Objectives

• Apply your scientific knowledge, critical thinking skills and creativity to generate and test hypotheses for novel applications of our platform in emerging fields of RNA biology.


• Design, execute, and interpret multiple experimental workflows with an emphasis on RNA-centric molecular and cellular techniques.


• Aim for rapid proof-of-concept, strategic triage of ideas, and quickly translating new approaches into company assets.


• Develop and apply novel high-throughput methodologies to analyze nucleic acids, protein expression, and cell phenotypes (experience with single-cell genomic, epigenomic and transcriptomic approaches is desirable)


• Recognize, establish and extend next-generation sequencing approaches to screen and address biological hypotheses.


• Continually cultivate scientific & technical expertise through critical review of the scientific literature, attending external conferences, and developing relationships with key opinion leaders.


• Work collaboratively with a cross-functional biology, technology, and chemistry team to contribute to the vision, strategy, and overall objectives of the company.

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