Wave Life Sciences

Wave Life Sciences is a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing RNA medicines to treat serious and life-altering diseases. Their mission is to deliver scientific breakthroughs that treat both rare and prevalent disorders by leveraging a toolkit of RNA-targeting modalities, chemistry innovation, and deep insights in human genetics. Their proprietary PRISM platform combines multiple modalities of RNA medicines, including editing, splicing, and silencing, to create potentially transformative therapies.

The company has multiple active collaborations with other pharmaceutical companies, including GSK and Takeda Pharmaceuticals, to accelerate the development of innovative therapies. Wave Life Sciences is advancing a pipeline of first- or best-in-class therapeutics with life-changing potential, including in Alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, Duchenne muscular dystrophy, Huntington’s disease, and obesity. They have a strong commitment to corporate sustainability, including initiatives focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as environmental stewardship.

Wave Life Sciences offers an "open time off policy", allowing employees to take time off as needed without needing to accrue vacation time. This provides employees with flexibility in their work schedules and allows them to prioritize personal commitments as needed. The company also provides other benefits that promote employee well-being, such as fitness reimbursements, an employee assistance program, and education assistance, further emphasizing their commitment to employee flexibility and work-life balance.

Wave Life Sciences offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being and financial security. These include 100% coverage of medical premiums, vision and dental plans, family care assistance, a 401(k) plan with matching contributions, fitness reimbursement, an employee assistance program, education assistance, an open time off policy, and free daily lunch, refreshments, and snacks. Compensation includes market-competitive base salaries, an annualized bonus program, and equity grants.

Wave Life Sciences is a clinical-stage RNA medicines company focused on delivering life-changing treatments for people with serious and life-altering diseases. They are driven by a resolute sense of urgency and committed to research and development of treatments that target a broad range of diseases, aiming to create a world in which human potential is no longer hindered by the burden of disease.

Wave Life Sciences promotes a culture that is collaborative, ambitious, fearless, and resilient. They are seeking individuals who are committed to changing lives and embrace a work environment that values teamwork, innovation, and a willingness to push boundaries in the pursuit of groundbreaking advancements in medicine. Their focus is on creating a supportive and empowering environment where everyone feels valued and can contribute their unique talents to achieving the company's vision of reimagining what's possible for medicine and patients.

Wave Life Sciences is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and empowered. They believe that fostering a culture of equity and inclusion allows for a more innovative and productive environment. Wave provides equal employment opportunities for all regardless of background, and has implemented programs to actively diversify their team and ensure fair representation at all levels. These initiatives include employee resource groups, supplier diversity programs, and partnerships with organizations dedicated to bridging opportunity gaps.