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Senior Scientist, Cell Therapy Analytical Development

Seattle, WA 98109

Posted: 09/15/2023 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Scientific Job Number: 583008 Is job remote?: No Country: United States

Job Description


Top Skills: PhD, Flow/FACS, GMP/GLP, molecular/cell biology, cell-based assay/bioassay/potency*

Cell Therapy is one of the most groundbreaking new forms of cancer treatments being studied today. With therapies only in their infancy and Client's continued investment in our Cell Therapy capabilities, the growth potential of this science, your career, and the ability to help patients are incredible.
JOB DESCRIPTION*
The Potency Group within Cell Therapy Analytical Development is responsible for potency assay development and functional characterization for cell therapy products. The Senior Scientist will develop state-of-the art flow cytometry and potency assays that support the company portfolio of preclinical and clinical-stage cell therapies. This role requires a strong understanding of cell biology (preferably T cell biology), and expertise with the design and development of flow based methods and functional assays. The role calls for close collaboration with flow and potency team members to ensure development of high quality functional assays.
QUALIFICATIONS*
  • PhD in immunology, cell biology, or related discipline (or MS with relevant experience)
  • Depth of understanding of cell biology (T cell activation/suppression preferred)
  • Technical experience with cell-based assay development
  • Knowledge of cGxP requirements preferred
  • Strong history of rigorous science applied to drive technical accomplishments
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Track record of scientific accomplishments and publications
Key Responsibilities*
Responsible for flow and potency assay development for early- and late-stage development programs, development of fit-for-purpose biological characterization assays, and assay training and transfer to internal and external QC labs.

Contributes to sound scientific strategy to support regulatory acceptance of biological assays in clinical development.

Responsible for generation and documentation of results.

Responsible for experimental design, execution, data review and analysis, document writing, and contribution to regulatory submissions.

Collaborates with stakeholders in partner organizations on technical and strategic activities.

If you want to challenge yourself, accelerate your career, and give new hope to patients, theres no better place than here with our Cell Therapy team. Full of incredible and dedicated team members, those working on CAR-T and other forms of Cell Therapy are transforming patients lives through science. From studying individualized cell lines to making brand new discoveries, this bold and personal discipline allows you to grow your career while making a lasting impact on the field of medicine. Join us today. 

60-71 pay rate range
**salary will be commensurate with experience**

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Planet Pharma and The Planet Group of Companies are equal opportunity employers. It is our practice not to discriminate against any employee or applicant based on any criteria, condition or basis protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect. We believe that diversity, equity and inclusion enable us to better meet our mission and values while serving our clients across the globe. If you have a disability or handicap and would like us to accommodate you in any reasonable way, please inform your recruiter, or contact us, so that we can discuss the appropriate alternatives available.

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Although this hasn't been an issue at The Planet Group, the staffing industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly and never provide banking information during the application process. Candidate safety is a top priority at The Planet Group.

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