Senior Associate Scientist, Gene Engineering and Delivery

About the role

The Gene Engineering and Delivery team in the Cell Therapy Thematic Research Center is seeking a highly motivated scientist to advance next-generation cancer immunotherapies through molecular design, viral vector engineering, and gene delivery innovation.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific discipline and 4+ years of academic and/or industry experience, or
• Master’s Degree in a scientific discipline and 2+ years of academic and/or industry experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exceptional molecular biology skills, including molecular assay development, molecular design and cloning of complex DNA constructs, PCR, RT-PCR, and mRNA and DNA preparation.
• Experience with tissue culture techniques, including transfection of mammalian cell lines and transduction of T cells.
• Excellent organization, time management, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to independently design and troubleshoot experiments.
• Outstanding written, visual, and oral communication skills.