Life at Editas Medicine

At Editas Medicine, we’re a team of courageous problem solvers, harnessing the power and potential of CRISPR gene editing to transform the future of medicine. Driven by a shared purpose to serve people living with serious diseases, we succeed together through collaboration, mutual respect, and innovation. If you want to be part of a team where your voice is heard and respected, where you can operate at the forefront of gene editing, and push the boundaries of what’s possible in medicine, come join us and become an Editor!

Career Opportunities

Our Editor Culture

We think about culture a little differently at Editas Medicine. Culture is not just something we talk about—it’s a part of everything we do, even when no one is watching.

What does it mean to be an Editor?

At Editas Medicine, our mission is clear: to translate the power and potential of CRISPR gene editing into a robust pipeline of medicines for people living with serious diseases around the world.

Cutting-edge innovation. Be at the forefront of gene editing, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in medicine.
Patient-Centric Work. Collaborate, support, and learn from community partners as we work to develop transformative medicines that have the potential to treat serious diseases and have a positive impact on the people living with these diseases and their caregivers.
Dynamic and Inclusive Culture. Join a team of courageous, collaborative, and passionate individuals who celebrate diversity and together foster a workplace that values inclusivity, where all voices are heard and respected.
Meaningful Growth. Grow both personally and professionally in an atmosphere that encourages learning and development.
Work-Life Integration. Work in a fast-paced environment with a supportive team that values your wellbeing. We believe in creating space for enjoyment in the workday to enhance creativity and productivity.

Hear directly from our team members about what makes our company different:

Editas’ culture is that of intense curiosity ingrained with scientific rigor along with healthy mutual respect. I absolutely love coming to work! I am surrounded by bright and kind people, and I learn new things every day, which I love. Editas is the first company I’ve worked for right out of school, and I think the standard has been set really high.

Deep Majithia, Associate Process Engineer, Process Development

The Editas culture is open-minded, collaborative, and encourages each team member to bring something to the table. It’s exciting to work in an environment where we are inspired to challenge the status quo, tackle problems, and develop creative solutions as a team.

Olubunmi Afonja, Senior Director, Clinical Development

Working at Editas is my first ever industry job, and it’s been exciting to become a part of a great organization driving fascinating science and working with enjoyable colleagues. Editas has set a high bar for me in terms of professional experience, and I enjoy working in an environment where I get to collaborate with highly talented and motivated people developing gene editing medicines. It gives me immense pleasure to be a part of state-of-the-art projects and simultaneously hone my technical, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills. What inspires me daily is a chance to learn something new, solve challenges, and contribute to developing transformative medicines for people living with serious diseases.

Swarali Lele, Associate Scientist I, Lead Discovery

I believe the greatest aspect of the culture at Editas Medicine is the support provided for personal and professional development. Over the course of my years working here, the company has given me abundant exposure to a variety of programs, helping me to acquire critical skills in business strategy and confidence as an industry scientist. The project teams I’ve worked with have demonstrated a passion for science, a collaborative and cohesive spirit, and an unwavering support of my own professional development. I’m looking forward to working with them on our next set of challenges.

Ben Diner — Senior Scientist I

What really drew me to Editas was the science. I am excited to be working in gene editing, and at a company where everyone is working together towards the same end goal. The collaboration of the different groups across Editas is excellent, and everyone is eager to help one another.

Veronica Annoh-Agabi – Senior Quality Assurance Specialist, External Quality

Editas is a founder and leader of the first wave of genome editing medicines, and it is an honor to lead a scientific drug discovery team here. I am inspired to be involved in the effort to transform the powerful CRISPR editing technologies into potential cures for patients with high unmet need. This journey is especially exciting because there is not an established CRISPR drug discovery roadmap – we are creating it every day.

Paul Wrighton, Senior Scientist II

I have been at Editas for over nine years, and my team and colleagues who I get to work and learn from inspire me every day. Making medicines is hard, and working with new technologies can have challenges and setbacks at all cycles of drug development, but the science we get to work on and develop is incredible. We have an outstanding team at Editas that has what it takes to execute on our vision to be the leader in in vivo programmable gene editing and ultimately make a positive impact on those living with serious diseases and their families.

John Zuris, Director, Delivery & Editing Technologies

Hear directly from our team members about what makes our company different:

Deep Majithia, Associate Process Engineer, Process Development
Editas’ culture is that of intense curiosity ingrained with scientific rigor along with healthy mutual respect. I absolutely love coming to work! I am surrounded by bright and kind people, and I learn new things every day, which I love. Editas is the first company I’ve worked for right out of school, and I think the standard has been set really high.
Olubunmi Afonja, Senior Director, Clinical Development
The Editas culture is open-minded, collaborative, and encourages each team member to bring something to the table. It’s exciting to work in an environment where we are inspired to challenge the status quo, tackle problems, and develop creative solutions as a team.
Swarali Lele, Associate Scientist I, Lead Discovery
Working at Editas is my first ever industry job, and it’s been exciting to become a part of a great organization driving fascinating science and working with enjoyable colleagues. Editas has set a high bar for me in terms of professional experience, and I enjoy working in an environment where I get to collaborate with highly talented and motivated people developing gene editing medicines. It gives me immense pleasure to be a part of state-of-the-art projects and simultaneously hone my technical, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills. What inspires me daily is a chance to learn something new, solve challenges, and contribute to developing transformative medicines for people living with serious diseases.
Ben Diner — Senior Scientist I
I believe the greatest aspect of the culture at Editas Medicine is the support provided for personal and professional development. Over the course of my years working here, the company has given me abundant exposure to a variety of programs, helping me to acquire critical skills in business strategy and confidence as an industry scientist. The project teams I’ve worked with have demonstrated a passion for science, a collaborative and cohesive spirit, and an unwavering support of my own professional development. I’m looking forward to working with them on our next set of challenges.
Veronica Annoh-Agabi – Senior Quality Assurance Specialist, External Quality
What really drew me to Editas was the science. I am excited to be working in gene editing, and at a company where everyone is working together towards the same end goal. The collaboration of the different groups across Editas is excellent, and everyone is eager to help one another.
Paul Wrighton, Senior Scientist II
Editas is a founder and leader of the first wave of genome editing medicines, and it is an honor to lead a scientific drug discovery team here. I am inspired to be involved in the effort to transform the powerful CRISPR editing technologies into potential cures for patients with high unmet need. This journey is especially exciting because there is not an established CRISPR drug discovery roadmap – we are creating it every day.
John Zuris, Director, Delivery & Editing Technologies
I have been at Editas for over nine years, and my team and colleagues who I get to work and learn from inspire me every day. Making medicines is hard, and working with new technologies can have challenges and setbacks at all cycles of drug development, but the science we get to work on and develop is incredible. We have an outstanding team at Editas that has what it takes to execute on our vision to be the leader in in vivo programmable gene editing and ultimately make a positive impact on those living with serious diseases and their families.

Our Approach to Learning and Development

We understand that meaningful growth in your career is important to you. We strive to foster an atmosphere that encourages learning and development by creating opportunities to learn within your workday. Our employees are actively involved in their growth through our Learning and Development Culture Committee. Our programs include resources such as mentorship, career ladders, and specialized learning opportunities to allow Editors to be most effective in their roles and beyond!

MANAGER MENTORSHIP

Empower yourself with our robust mentorship program, designed to accelerate your career growth. Connect with experienced professionals who offer insights into effective management and team building. Explore diverse career paths by learning about various functional areas within our organization, from marketing and finance to operations and engineering. Deepen your scientific knowledge through mentorship from experts within Editas who can provide valuable insights and practical advice. Join us and unlock your full potential through personalized mentorship and career support.

LEARNING SERIES

Invest in your financial future and leadership potential with our comprehensive learning and development programs. Our “Financitas” series equips employees with essential financial knowledge, covering topics from budgeting and investing to understanding market trends. For our senior leaders, we offer specialized development programs focused on advanced leadership skills, strategic thinking, and organizational management. These targeted initiatives ensure our leaders are prepared to navigate complex challenges and drive impactful results. Whether you’re looking to improve your personal finances or enhance your leadership capabilities, we provide the resources and support you need to succeed.

EMPLOYEE INVOLVEMENT THROUGH EMC2

Experience a vibrant and inclusive workplace driven by our Employee-led Culture Committee. This dynamic group champions employee engagement by organizing a wide range of events, activities, and initiatives designed to foster connection and collaboration. From team-building exercises and social gatherings to volunteer opportunities and cultural celebrations, the Culture Committee creates a dynamic and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and included. We believe that a strong culture is essential to our success, and our Editors play a vital role in making our company a great place to work. Join us and become part of a thriving community.

Our Diversity and Inclusion

At Editas Medicine, we know that our greatest strength comes from the people who make up our team. Each employee brings diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and thinking styles. By embracing and celebrating these differences, we strengthen our Editor culture and further our mission to pioneer a new field of genome editing. For us, diversity and inclusion is ingrained in who we are today because we know it is what will get us to tomorrow.

We are proud of who we are, and we are committed to preserving and further cultivating our diverse and inclusive workforce to ensure an environment where employees feel empowered to achieve their fullest potential.

Our Diversity Composition

Category	Percent	Notes
Gender Diversity*
Percent of our workforce who are women	53%
Racial / Ethnic Diversity*
Percent of our workforce who are racially/ethnically diverse	44%	Includes all races except white, prefer not to identify, and no response
Percent of our senior management (Director+) who are women	48%
Percent of our senior management (Director+) who are racially/ethnically diverse	35.30%	Includes all races except white, prefer not to identify, and no response

Benefits

Our employees are working every day to make an impact in the lives of people living with serious diseases. We’re proud to support our employees with comprehensive benefits that can be customized for any stage of their life.

Benefit Snapshot

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