Senior Scientist, Analytical Development

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Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking an innovative, creative, and detail-oriented Senior Scientist to join our team in South San Francisco. This position will work with the Director of Analytical Development to develop assays for cell therapy products from various platforms and to lead the collaboration with the Quality Team. Our ideal candidate is a self-motivated individual with a passion for improving current manufacturing practices for cell therapies. Experience in immune cell phenotyping,cell-based assays and tech-transfer are important requirements.

This is a multidisciplinary role & this individual will interface across many parts of the company (with scientists, researchers, and engineers) to develop the best solutions possible. The successful candidate will be well versed in analytical development.

Candidates should enjoy working in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment, and be prepared to tackle a broad selection of challenges as the company grows.

Responsibilities

• Lead method development, optimization and pre-qualification of various analytical methods and provide analytical service support
• Lead the collaboration with the Quality Team
• Develop and troubleshoot assays as needed
• Analyze/summarize experimental data and present findings at both internal and external meetings. Present data at departmental meetings
• Manage a team of scientists and research associates to achieve development goals
• File data and complete experiment report in a timely manner
• Contribute toward the optimization and improvement of cell therapy manufacturing platforms
• Assist with laboratory maintenance (cleaning, equipment maintenance, biohazard waste removal)
• Manage reagent and consumables inventory and ordering as needed

Requirements

• BS or MS in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biology or related subject with more than 6 years of analytical experience in the cell and gene therapy manufacturing field OR
• PhD in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biology or related subject with more than 2 years of analytical experience in the cell and gene therapy manufacturing field
• Extensive experience in multicolor flow cytometry panel design, development and troubleshooting is a must
• Extensive experience in cell-based assays, multiplex ELISA and qPCR/ddPCR assays design, development and troubleshooting
• Experience in assays tech transfer is highly preferred
• Managing experience in an industry setting
• Strong background in cell biology, immunology and molecular biology
• High attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated and passionate about advancing the field of cell therapies
• Knowledge of Good Laboratory Practices and current Good Manufacturing Practices is a plus
• Self-awareness, integrity, authenticity, and a growth mindset

This is Cellares

Cellares is creating the future of cell therapy manufacturing. The company is developing an innovative cell therapy manufacturing solution that is robust, cost-effective and scalable so that cell therapies are more affordable and widely available to patients in need. Our multidisciplinary team comes together from diverse backgrounds with a shared passion for accelerating access to life-saving cell therapies. We value integrity, curiosity, the courage to grow and embrace change. At Cellares, you will collaborate with a world class team of engineers, scientists, and business leaders who are as excited about improving the world as you are.