Sr Research Scientist II
Sr Research Scientist II
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$ 165000 - 180000
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Kyowa Kirin is a fastgrowing global specialty pharmaceutical company that applies stateoftheart biotechnologies to discover and deliver novel medicines in four disease areas: bone and mineral; intractable hematologic; hematology oncology; and rare disease. A Japanbased company our goal is to translate science into smiles by delivering therapies where no adequate treatments currently exist working from drug discovery to product development and commercialization. In North America we are headquartered in Princeton NJ with offices in California North Carolina and Mississauga Ontario.
Summary:
The Senior Research Scientist II will support Kyowa Kirins cell and gene therapy pipeline programs in a highly collaborative and crossfunctional environment. This position will play a vital role in developing nextgeneration cell and gene therapy programs from early drug discovery to Investigational New Drug (IND) submission.
Essential Functions:
Supports/leads exploration efforts for nextgeneration cell and gene therapies.
Designs plans executes and manages projects from discovery to proofofconcept pharmacology studies.
Supports the review and oversight of projects with guidance from senior leadership.
Assists research leadership in managing the research portfolio.
Explores identifies and evaluates advanced technologies and concepts for cell and gene therapy.
Prepares and/or reviews necessary documentation for project reviews (proposals monthly quarterly annual or study reports) patent applications publications and/or animal biosafety or human subject protocols.
Manages trains and oversees teams of scientists and research associates.
Collaborates and leverages contract research organizations (CROs) and academic partners to effectively advance programs.
Requirements:
Education
Ph.D. in Biological Sciences Immunology Oncology Hematology Stem Cell or Molecular Biology Biochemistry or closely related discipline required.
Experience
Minimum 7 years biotech/pharma or academia experience or a demonstrated track record that qualifies the candidate to fulfill the role of Senior Research Scientist II in the cell and gene therapy field.
Handson experience in discovering developing and characterizing cell and gene therapy products.
Strong familiarity with all aspects of cell and gene therapy research including functional evaluation genetic modifications process development and analytical characterization.
Familiarity with synthetic biology approaches including molecular gates and switches.
Experience with differentiation of human stem cells to various types of immune cells is highly desired. Selfmotivated and creative professionals with a proven ability to lead teams and manage projects effectively.
Technical Skills
Strong knowledge of Immunology and/or Cancer Biology. Familiarity with flow cytometry and other immunostaining assays. Demonstrated experience with gene modification and genome editing technologies. Stem cell culturing and differentiation of immune cells.
Working Conditions:
Requires up to 15 domestic and international travel
Annualized base salary ranges from $165000 $180000 plus short term incentive bonus; actual salaries will vary and may be above or below this range commensurate with various factors including but not limited to experience education training and merit.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
