Preclinical Scientist

Legend Biotech

Somerset, New Jersey, United States
Base: $110,706 - $145,303 usd; bonus/equity: perfo...
On-site
Preclinical ind-enabling study experience
Immunology or immune-oncology background
Cell culture and flow cytometry skills
Legend Biotech is seeking a Preclinical Scientist to join their Research and Early Development team in Somerset, NJ. The role focuses on conducting preclinical pharmacology and toxicology studies for cell therapies, requiring expertise in immunology or immune-oncology

Job Summary

  • Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to developing advanced cell therapies for life-threatening diseases.
  • The role involves performing preclinical IND-enabling pharmacology and toxicology studies to support pipeline programs from discovery to first-in-human trials.
  • Employees are offered comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) match vesting on day one, and eight weeks of paid parental leave.

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Legend Biotech is seeking a Preclinical Scientist to join their Research and Early Development team in Somerset, NJ. The role focuses on conducting preclinical pharmacology and toxicology studies for cell therapies, requiring expertise in immunology or immune-oncology.

Salary

Base: $110,706 - $145,303 USD; Bonus/Equity: Performance-based bonus and/or equity available; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Preclinical IND-enabling study experience
  • Immunology or immune-oncology background
  • Cell culture and flow cytometry skills
  • In vitro and in vivo study execution
  • Electronic laboratory notebook usage

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of GLP and regulatory agencies
  • Experience with large molecule immune-oncology
  • Track record of peer-reviewed publications
  • Ability to manage multiple parallel programs

Key Requirements

  • BS plus 5 years of experience or MS plus 3 years
  • Hands-on experience in cellular and molecular biology techniques
  • Work experience in immunology, cancer biology, or related fields

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