Senior Scientist

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute research projects to drive innovation of cell and gene therapy platforms and advance pipeline development.
• Develop and optimize assays, including but not limited to lentiviral vector production and titration, advanced multi-parameter flow cytometry, Incucyte, ELISA, cytotoxicity assays, and PCR-based analyses.
• Conduct in vitro and in vivo studies to evaluate potency, function, and safety of drug candidates.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to evaluate novel designs and generate robust, reproducible, and data-driven conclusions.
• Analyze, interpret, and document experimental results in a timely and highly organized manner, maintaining accurate scientific records and ensuring data integrity.
• Contribute to scientific strategy, experimental planning, and technology innovation to support pipeline advancement.

Requirements

• PhD in Immunology or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cell and gene therapy research, with experience in CAR-T cell therapy strongly preferred.
• Strong hands-on experience with cellular immunology, viral vector technologies, and functional assay development.
• Demonstrated scientific productivity through publications, patents, or equivalent achievements.
• Strong experimental design, data analysis, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences.
• Passion for advancing next-generation cell and gene therapies.
• Strong sense of scientific ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with emerging scientific and industry developments.
• Strong team-oriented mindset with a willingness to mentor and support colleagues.
• Able to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly collaborative environment.

Benefits and Paid Time Off

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one.
• Eight (8) weeks of paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and eleven (11) company holidays.
• Voluntary 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.
• Voluntary commuter benefits, family planning and care resources, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs.

Pay Range (Base Pay)

$127,313 USD - $147,099 USD

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Legend Biotech to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances. Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company.