Associate Scientist I- Cell and Gene Therapy

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