Principal Scientist, Vector Biology

Johnson & Johnson

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Base: $117,000.00 - $201,250.00; bonus/equity: not...
Phd in cell biology or related field
3-6 years industry experience
Mammalian cell culture expertise
This role involves spearheading initiatives that translate mechanistic insights into therapeutic progress within the Innovative Medicine division

Job Summary

  • This role involves spearheading initiatives that translate mechanistic insights into therapeutic progress within the Innovative Medicine division.
  • The successful candidate will design robust cell-based assays to characterize interactions between viral glycoproteins and host cell receptors.
  • Employees are eligible for comprehensive benefits including up to 480 hours of parental leave and a 401(k) savings plan.

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This role involves spearheading initiatives that translate mechanistic insights into therapeutic progress within the Innovative Medicine division.

Salary

Base: $117,000.00 - $201,250.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Retirement plan, 401(k), vacation, sick time, parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in Cell Biology or related field
  • 3-6 years industry experience
  • Mammalian cell culture expertise
  • Lentiviral vector system experience
  • Quantitative cell-based assay development
  • Flow cytometry and high-content imaging
  • Viral entry biology knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • BSL2/BSL2+ virus assay experience
  • High-throughput automated screening
  • Liquid handling automation skills
  • Record of publications or patents
  • Cross-functional team leadership

Key Requirements

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

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