Senior/principal Scientist

SonoThera

South San Francisco, CA, US
Base: $150,000.00 to $206,000.00 usd annually; bon...
On-site
Phd in biological sciences
6+ years industry experience
2-4 years team management
SonoThera is seeking a Senior/Principal Scientist specializing in gene therapy vectors to lead innovative drug development efforts in a fast-paced biotech environment. The role involves managing a small team and requires extensive experience in gene therapy, along with strong project management skills

Job Summary

  • SonoThera is advancing ultrasound-mediated, non-viral targeted therapies to overcome limitations in genetic medicine delivery.
  • The role involves managing a team of 2-4 scientists while overseeing vector design, inventory, and scalable production procedures.
  • Candidates will leverage tools like SmartSheet to manage timelines and collaborate with project management teams for milestone delivery.

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SonoThera is seeking a Senior/Principal Scientist specializing in gene therapy vectors to lead innovative drug development efforts in a fast-paced biotech environment. The role involves managing a small team and requires extensive experience in gene therapy, along with strong project management skills.

Salary

Base: $150,000.00 to $206,000.00 USD annually; Bonus/Equity: Equity and ownership included; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, gym access

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in biological sciences
  • 6+ years industry experience
  • 2-4 years team management
  • Viral and non-viral delivery expertise
  • Enzymatic nucleic acid manufacturing
  • DNA and RNA payload design

Nice-to-have

  • Gene editing familiarity
  • High throughput screening technologies
  • SmartSheet proficiency
  • Benchling and Geneious platforms
  • Collaborative interdisciplinary approach

Key Requirements

  • PhD in biological sciences required
  • Minimum 6 years industry experience
  • 2-4 years managing research teams
  • First authorship or patents in gene therapy
  • Proficiency in molecular biology software

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