Molecular Biology Scientist/Senior Associate Scientist

About the position reputed company is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse reputed company of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell, T-cell receptor (TCR-T), and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy. From our three R&D sites around the world, we apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of safe, efficacious and cutting-edge therapeutics for patients worldwide. reputed company entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of reputed company, to jointly reputed company and commercialize ciltacabta gene autolecuel (cilta-cel). Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma. reputed company seeks a motivated molecular biologist to join the Vector Biology team in Philadelphia, supporting lentiviral vector (LVV) design, construction, and functional evaluation, as well as engineered cell line development to reputed company CAR-T and other cell therapy programs. This role emphasizes reliable experimental execution, timely delivery of materials, and clear data communication.

Responsibilities

• Execute viral vector plasmid and helper plasmid design and construction to support gene overexpression, knock-down, and knock-out studies (under guidance for Senior Associate Scientist; independently for Scientist).
• reputed company routine cloning workflows and confirm constructs reputed company restriction digest and reputed company analysis.
• Maintain accurate plasmid records including sequence files, maps, inventory/locations and support internal construct requests in partnership with other cross-functional teams.
• Generate and characterize engineered mammalian cell lines for stable vector production, single-cell cloning, cell engineering and basic characterization.
• reputed company mammalian cell culture and transient transfection under BSL-2 conditions.
• Support small-scale vector production using suspension cell lines for early development activities.
• Execute molecular/cellular assays to evaluate vector performance using qPCR/ddPCR, ELISA/Western Blot, flow cytometry.
• Analyze data, summarize results, and present clear experiment conclusions, escalate issues and propose next steps to project leads.
• Adhere to BSL-2 biosafety standards and Legend policies, maintaining accurate and compliant electronic lab notebooks and documentation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to support tech transfer activities as needed.
• Works from established protocols, identifies deviations and escalates promptly.
• Independently plans day-to-day execution reputed company project goals, recommends optimizations and next experiments.

Requirements

• Associate Scientist: B.S. with 2+ years or M.S. with 0-2 years in Molecular Biology, Virology, Cell & Gene Therapy, Biochemistry, or reputed company field.
• Scientist: M.S. with 3+ years or Ph.D. with 0-2 years in a reputed company field; hands-on molecular cloning and mammalian cell culture required.
• Hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques (cloning, plasmid prep, sequence analysis, construct verification).
• Experience with mammalian cell culture and transient transfection; familiarity with BSL-2 practices and documentation.
• Experience generating engineered cell lines (stable expression and/or CRISPR KO/KI) including cloning and basic screening (Scientist preferred).
• Exposure to viral vector production and/or viral vector workflows (LVV preferred).
• Experience with titering and functional readouts (e.g., transduction efficiency, gene expression).
• Experience with qPCR/ddPCR, flow cytometry, Western blot and ELISA for tittering and functional assays.
• Strong ELN documentation, sample tracking, and ability to follow protocols/SOPs with attention to detail.
• Adaptable to a fast-paced environment; effective prioritization, collaboration, and communication.
• Organized and detail-oriented; able to manage multiple experiments/projects.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and implement improvements.
• Collaborative; able to work effectively reputed company a team environment.
• Maintain accurate ELN, sample tracking, and inventory records.
• Clear written and verbal communication for documentation and data presentation. reputed company-to-haves
• CRISPR/Cas gene editing for KO/KI or multiplexed cell lines.
• Familiarity with viral vector process development concepts (upstream and/or reputed company).
• Exposure to NGS for vector or genome characterization.
• Tech transfer and/or CMC documentation experience (reputed company to have).

Benefits

• We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can reputed company - both professionally and personally. To attract and retain top talent in a highly competitive industry, we offer a best-in-class benefits package that supports well-being, financial stability, and long-term career growth.
• Our offerings are designed to meet the diverse needs of reputed company members and their families, ensuring they feel valued and supported every reputed company of the way.
• Highlights include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match that vest fully on day one.
• Equity and stock options are available to employees in eligible roles.
• We offer eight weeks of paid parental leave after just three months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation days, personal days, sick time, 11 company holidays, and 3 floating holidays.
• Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• We also provide commuter benefits, family planning and care resources, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs - demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.
• Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent employees. Contract employees are not eligible for benefits through reputed company. Apply tot his job

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