Senior Scientist, Vector Biology

Johnson & Johnson

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Base: $109,000.00 - $174,800.00; bonus/equity: not...
Ph.d. in molecular biology or related field
Experience with enveloped viruses
Pseudotyped lentiviral vector engineering
This role involves designing and optimizing viral envelopes to target specific cell types for CAR-T cell therapy discovery

Job Summary

  • This role involves designing and optimizing viral envelopes to target specific cell types for CAR-T cell therapy discovery.
  • The successful candidate will apply virology and molecular biology methods to establish rigorous experimental workflows and protocols.
  • Employees are eligible for comprehensive benefits including 480 hours of parental leave and up to 13 days of holiday pay.

Matching Summary

This role involves designing and optimizing viral envelopes to target specific cell types for CAR-T cell therapy discovery.

Salary

Base: $109,000.00 - $174,800.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 401(k), pension, vacation, sick time, parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in Molecular Biology or related field
  • Experience with enveloped viruses
  • Pseudotyped lentiviral vector engineering
  • Cell culture and flow cytometry techniques
  • Optimization of viral titer and purity

Nice-to-have

  • High throughput assay experience
  • Collaborative cross-functional team mindset
  • Fast-paced research environment adaptability
  • Strong scientific presentation skills

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. with 1-2 years experience OR Master's/Bachelor's with extensive experience
  • Significant hands-on experience in viral vector production and characterization
  • Demonstrated experience engineering pseudotyped lentiviral vectors

Work Rights

Not specified

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