Careers

Write the future of genetic medicine with us

What's in our DNA

We are building an inclusive, purpose-driven culture of change makers.

Our dedicated team is pioneering Gene Writing™ - a new genome engineering technology that writes in the code of life. We are looking for creative thinkers who can help fuel this ambitious mission while building strong connections within our walls and throughout the communities we serve.

Discover your future at Tessera.

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What's in our DNA

A collaborative and welcoming community

We are committed to cultivating a respectful culture where people are valued for their unique abilities.

We value the diversity of our teammates and recognize that nurturing individual strengths ignites the innovation needed to pioneer the future of genetic medicine. Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) strategy is supported by three pillars: People, Culture and Community. We actively encourage participation in our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to help cultivate and sustain belonging and catalyze transition from DE&I awareness to measurable impact for our team and our community.

The science is ground breaking, and the people make it better! There’s not a day that I work where I don’t laugh – that’s pretty special.

Katherine Cook
(She/Her/Hers)

Scientist II, LNP Process Development

Tessera is uniquely equipped with the perfect combination of people, experience and resources. Our work directly impacts the scientific community, but most importantly, patients.

Phil Zakas
(He/Him/His)

Senior Scientist, Delivery Biology

My coworkers at Tessera are brilliant, compassionate, genuine and welcoming. They promote a culture that helps everyone be their best.

Ivy Chen
(She/Her/Hers)

Regulatory Strategy Manager, Regulatory Science

Our values drive our work every day.

Collaborative

We pull together and innovate towards a common goal.

Rigorous

We solve problems with logic, thoroughness and integrity.

Agile

We learn, grow and redirect based on new information.

Tenacious

Science is hard, changing the world is harder, our passion drives us.

Community

We are open, inclusive, kind, humble, connected, selfless and empathetic.

Thrive at Tessera

We provide a total rewards package that supports each team member and their families’ unique needs. Learn more about some of our benefits below.

Traditional Benefits

  • Generous medical plan that allows employees optionality
  • Competitive dental and vision plans
  • Company paid life and disability
  • 401k employer contribution
  • Employee Assistance Program

Work-life Balance

  • Unlimited PTO
  • 12 paid holidays
  • 7 ‘gift of time’ days off, including company-wide winter and summer breaks
  • Free onsite gym with lockers and showers
  • Bike storage room
  • Wellness discounts (gym memberships, equipment, athletic gear and more)
  • Wellness rewards

Perks & Community-building

  • Lunch stipend and free snack bars in office
  • Commuter stipend
  • Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
  • Employee Volunteerism Program
  • Company social events
  • Open office hours with CEO, CHRO, R&D Leadership

Join Us

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Meet the leaders of our Gene Writers.