Senior Scientist, Viral Vectors

Johnson & Johnson

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States of America
Base: $109,000.00 - $174,800.00; bonus/equity: not...
Lentiviral vector production experience
Enveloped virus analytical testing
Flow cytometry and vcn analysis
This role involves advancing CAR-T cell therapy discovery efforts through viral vector generation and optimization

Job Summary

  • This role involves advancing CAR-T cell therapy discovery efforts through viral vector generation and optimization.
  • The successful candidate will conduct viral vector screening, optimize packaging, and perform analytical quantification using protein and PCR-based assays.
  • Employees are eligible for comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) plan, up to 120 hours of vacation, and 480 hours of parental leave.

Matching Summary

This role involves advancing CAR-T cell therapy discovery efforts through viral vector generation and optimization.

Salary

Base: $109,000.00 - $174,800.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 401(k), 120 hours vacation, 480 hours parental leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Lentiviral vector production experience
  • Enveloped virus analytical testing
  • Flow cytometry and VCN analysis
  • Molecular biology and cell culture techniques
  • Good Laboratory Practices compliance

Nice-to-have

  • High throughput assay workflows
  • Automation platform familiarity
  • Design of Experiments (DOE) application
  • Collaborative cross-functional teamwork
  • Strong scientific presentation skills

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in relevant field with 1-2 years experience OR Master's/Bachelor's with extensive experience
  • Required experience with lentiviral vectors
  • Significant experience in enveloped viruses and viral vector characterization

Work Rights

Not specified

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