Summary

Seeking a Staff Scientist who is experienced in research to execute pre-IND enabling studies using adoptive cell based therapies for the treatment of cancer. The Staff Scientist should have experience in molecular biology techniques, cell culture and genomic analyses. Furthermore, should understand the regulatory landscape involved in meeting FDA requirements for the development of cell based therapeutics. Responsibilities will be focused on bench level scientific activities and the efficient preparation of well-documented materials suitable for FDA IND-enabling studies. Will assist other members of our research team and communicate closely with them to perform complex multi-person scientific tasks. 

Job Duties

• Assist other research scientists in our laboratory group perform and analyze cell and tumor materials.
• Perform cell culture based experiments and the handling of animal tissues.
• Participate in translational research focused on gaining FDA approval of cell-based therapies.
• Pre-IND enabling research and development activities related to small molecule compound development are a responsibility for this position.
• Write detailed reports and other complex reporting requirements associated with  FDA approval of therapies for use in first-in-human clinical trials.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree. Experience may not be substituted in lieu of degree.
• Three years of post doctoral research experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Must have strong experience in cell-based therapies and in drug development efforts.
• Academic and/or company experience in bringing therapeutic agents into clinical trials.
• Must be highly motivated individual who can both work independently and as a team member within a large research laboratory setting.