Principal Scientist, Vector Biology

Johnson & Johnson UK

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Base: $117,000.00 - $201,250.00; bonus/equity: not...
On-site
Viral entry biology
Cell-based assays
Lentiviral vector systems
Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Principal Scientist in Vector Biology to lead receptor and viral-entry biology initiatives at their Cambridge, MA location, focusing on developing cell-based assays and optimizing gene delivery platforms. The company values innovation in healthcare and maintains an inclusive work culture

Job Summary

  • Lead and contribute to research focused on the cellular and molecular mechanisms of enveloped virus entry.
  • Design, develop, and validate robust cell-based assays probing receptor expression/localization and ligand/virus binding, internalization/endocytosis pathways, and functional readouts.
  • Integrate data with cross-functional partners to inform target selection, vector design, and process improvements.

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Johnson & Johnson is seeking a Principal Scientist in Vector Biology to lead receptor and viral-entry biology initiatives at their Cambridge, MA location, focusing on developing cell-based assays and optimizing gene delivery platforms. The company values innovation in healthcare and maintains an inclusive work culture.

Salary

Base: $117,000.00 - $201,250.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Vacation, Sick time, Holiday pay, Work/Personal/Family Time, Parental Leave, Bereavement Leave, Caregiver Leave, Volunteer Leave, Military Spouse Time-Off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • viral entry biology
  • cell-based assays
  • lentiviral vector systems
  • mammalian cell culture
  • receptor-ligand interactions

Nice-to-have

  • high-throughput assay development
  • pseudovirus or live-virus assays
  • scientific meetings presentations

Key Requirements

  • PhD in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Virology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Engineering or related field
  • 3-6 years of relevant industry experience
  • Proven track record developing and running quantitative cell-based assays
  • Direct experience with lentiviral vectors and transduction workflows

Work Rights

Not specified

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