Senior Research Scientist, Target Identification & Validation — Translational Immunology

Vertex Pharmaceuticals

Seattle, WA, United States
Base: $124,200 - $186,400; bonus/equity: eligible ...
On-site
Human immunology expertise
Autoimmune and inflammatory diseases
Multi-parameter flow cytometry
This role will contribute to the discovery and validation of novel therapeutic targets for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases with serious unmet medical need

Job Summary

  • This role will contribute to the discovery and validation of novel therapeutic targets for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases with serious unmet medical need.
  • The successful candidate will apply deep immunological knowledge and cutting-edge experimental approaches to interrogate disease mechanisms, define novel therapeutic targets, and build data packages that inform portfolio decisions.
  • Vertex Pharmaceuticals is seeking a highly motivated and innovative Senior Research Scientist with expertise in immunology and autoimmune disease biology to join our Target Identification and Validation team.

Matching Summary

This role will contribute to the discovery and validation of novel therapeutic targets for autoimmune and inflammatory diseases with serious unmet medical need.

Salary

Base: $124,200 - $186,400; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual bonus and equity awards; Benefits: Market-leading benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, educational assistance, 401(k)

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • human immunology expertise
  • autoimmune and inflammatory diseases
  • multi-parameter flow cytometry
  • primary human immune cell isolation and culture
  • molecular and cellular biology techniques

Nice-to-have

  • CRISPR-based gene editing
  • single-cell technologies
  • high-dimensional data analysis
  • emerging technologies evaluation

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. or equivalent degree with 2-5 years post-doctoral experience
  • Masters Degree with 5+ years relevant experience
  • Bachelors Degree with 8+ years relevant experience
  • Hands-on experience in human immunology

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