Senior Associate Scientist, Gene Engineering and Delivery

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• Execute molecular design and cloning of complex DNA constructs for cell therapy applications.

• Demonstrate competency in mammalian cell culture, transfection, and transduction of primary T cells.

• Develop molecular engineering designs and assays that support gene delivery and viral vector characterization.

• Produce viral vectors to enable gene delivery workflows and experimental evaluation.

Position Responsibilities:

In the role as a Senior Associate Scientist within the Gene Engineering and Delivery team, the ideal candidate will:

• Design and clone DNA constructs to support CAR T cell therapy development.

• Culture mammalian cell lines for viral vector production, assessment, and gene delivery applications.

• Set up and run molecular characterization and cellular assays to evaluate viral vector performance.

• Develop, optimize, and document viral vector production and characterization protocols.

• Designs and executes experiments based on protocols.

• Collaborate with team members to assess the technical feasibility of novel gene delivery methods.

• Analyzes and interprets experimental data.

• Works within established procedures and in loosely defined problem-solving situations.

• Actively participates in troubleshooting of routine problems and initiatives related to continuous improvement or development of new approaches/technologies.

• Works under minimal supervision for both routine activities and non-routine activities.

• Makes decisions that impact own work and other group/team members.

• Participates on program/project teams, as needed.

• Maintain accurate, detailed electronic laboratory notebook records and supporting documentation.

• Summarize and present data in group meetings and written reports.

Experience =

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree

  • 4+ years of academic and / or industry experience

Or

• Master’s Degree

  • 2+ years of academic and / or industry experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.S./B.A. degree in a scientific discipline and 2+ years of hands-on experience in relevant field of research

• Exceptio