The Associate Scientist, Discovery Core Function will support Kyowa Kirin’s cell therapy pipeline programs in a highly collaborative environment. This position will play a key role in developing next-generation cell and gene therapy programs by providing support to pipeline projects and evaluating and implementing new technologies.
Requirements
- BS required, MA/MS preferred in a related scientific discipline.
- 8 years of hands-on experience and in-depth knowledge of cell and gene therapy techniques and gene editing is required.
- Extensive experience in gene editing technologies, including CRISPR, base editing, prime editing, or transposase/recombinase-based editing is required.
- Strong background in molecular biology, with practical experience in NGS, molecular analytical development, gene editing design, and molecular cloning.
- Expertise in cell culture methodologies, development, and characterization of cell therapy products including HSCs, iPSCs, and/or CAR-T cells.
- Extensive experience in the molecular characterization of cell therapies, with a strong preference for expertise in NGS.
- Familiarity with CAR design, engineering, screening, and assay development is highly desirable.
- Experience in developing high-throughput screening platforms for cells, proteins, or antibodies is preferred.
- Background in antibody/protein engineering, protein production, and purification is highly preferred.
- Experience in virus production, transduction, and analytics is a valuable plus.
Benefits
- 401K with company matching
- Discretionary Profit Sharing
- Annual Bonus Program (Sales Bonus for Sales Jobs)
- Generous PTO and Holiday Schedule
- Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Prescription Drugs and Vision)
- HSA & FSA Programs
- Well-Being and Work/Life Programs
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Concierge Service
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Awards
