Scientist, Immunology Cell Therapy Discovery (In Vitro Focus)

About this role

Responsibilities

• In vitro discovery:
• Develop and run
• primary
• cell-based assays and co-culture systems;
• Apply multiplex flow cytometry, cytokine detection, and advanced experimental design
• to
• validate
• targets and characterize engineered cell therapies (e.g., T cells, CAR-based modalities).
• Data &
• analytics
• :
• Apply a rigorous, data-driven approach to experimental design and decision-making
• ;
• utilize
• analysis
• tools like
• FlowJo
• , OMIQ,
• and Prism.
• Collaboration:
• Work with engineering, genomics, translational science, and clinical teams; communicate
• plans and
• findings clearly
• across groups
• and to
• leadership
• ; foster a collegial and collaborative lab environment.
• Project delivery:
• Maintain
• precise
• experimental
• documentation
• ;
• Collaborate on project planning, track progress, and focus on experimental efficiency to achieve milestones.
• Required Qualifications and Skills
• Education:
• MS with 3+ years, or BS with 5+ years industry experience in immunology, autoimmunity, cell therapy, or related field.
• In vitro
• expertise
• :
• Primary human cell culture, including functional
• immune
• cell-based assays and co-culture systems
• Multi-color flow cytometry and immunophenotyping
• Multiplex cytokine detection assays
• Assay development and optimization
• Experience with engineered cell products (e.g., T cell subsets, CAR-based modalities); familiarity with target discovery and CAR T transduction and/or gene editing
• Data
• proficiency
• :
• Strong experimental design, analysis, and interpretation
• Proficiency
• with common analysis tools (
• FlowJo
• , Prism)
• Ability to integrate complex datasets to guide decisions
• Working style:
• Demonstrated independence and adaptability in a dynamic environment
• Excellent record-keeping and reliable delivery to timelines
• Communication:
• Clear, concise written and verbal communication
• Proven ability to communicate complex scientific concepts across multidisciplinary teams
• Desired Qualifications and Skills
• Autoimmunity and inflammation experience:
• Familiarity with in vitro model systems for autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, psoriatic arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, etc.
• Industry background:
• Experience in pharmaceutical or biotech drug discovery and development.
• T
• he annual base pay for this position ranges from $
• 92,252
• – $138,378
• Annual USD. Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition, our positions offer a short-term incentive bonus opportunity; eligibility to
• participate
• in our equity-based long-term incentive program. Benefits offered include a qualified retirement program [401(k) plan]; paid vacation and holidays; paid leaves; and, health benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
• in accordance with
• the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.
• Date Posted
• 02-Jun-2026
• Closing Date
• 15-Jun-2026
• Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please complete the corresponding section in the application form.