Scientist - Cell & Gene Therapy

Role Overview: In this role, you will be responsible for developing new cell therapy products and performing validations to advance the product to the next stage. You should have extensive experience working with various types of immune cells and a deep understanding of both innate and adaptive immune systems. Previous experience in gene and/or cell therapy drug development teams would be beneficial. Your role will involve designing and delivering genes using viral or non-viral transfer techniques and constructing viral vectors using state-of-the-art molecular synthesis and cloning techniques. Additionally, you will utilize gene-editing tools such as CRISPR/Cas9 or TALEN and should be well-versed in molecular biology techniques like cloning, sub-cloning, real-time PCR, and quantitative PCR. Key Responsibilities: - Develop new cell therapy products and conduct validations for product advancement - Work with different immune cells and possess a strong understanding of innate and adaptive immune systems - Design and deliver genes using viral or non-viral transfer techniques - Construct viral vectors using advanced molecular synthesis and cloning techniques - Utilize gene-editing tools like CRISPR/Cas9 or TALEN - Perform various molecular biology techniques including cloning, sub-cloning, real-time PCR, and quantitative PCR - Manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight timelines while maintaining accuracy, safety, and quality - Demonstrate proficiency in verbal, written, and presentation skills - Previous experience in writing grants and research articles preferred - Manage a team or work in a cross-functional group and interact with clients/collaborators - Provide leadership to the team to ensure excellence and offer technical/scientific recommendations - Troubleshoot effectively and showcase innovative capabilities - Collaborate in a highly matrixed team environment to advance the company's cell therapy pipeline - Understand and adhere to sterile practices, work ethics, safety, health, and environmental regulations - Prepare for and participate in compliance monitoring inspections and regulatory agency interactions - Review and prepare protocols, reports, and regulatory documents as per program requirements Qualification Required: - Ph.D. in genetics with 2-3 years of relevant experience in Cell & Gene Therapy or - M.Sc./MTech in Biotechnology with 10-15 years of relevant experience in gene editing and immuno-oncology (Note: Any additional details of the company were not included in the provided job description.),