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Principal Scientist, In-vivo CAR-T Potency Method Development

Johnson & Johnson


Job Location:

Malvern, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 31 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 28 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At Johnson & Johnsonwe believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented treated and curedwhere treatments are smarter and less invasive andsolutions are our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow and profoundly impact health for more at .

As guided by Our Credo Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development

Job Sub Function:

Biotherapeutics R&D

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Malvern Pennsylvania United States of America

Job Description:

At Johnson & Johnson we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented treated and cured where treatments are smarter and less invasive and solutions are personal.

Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at.

As guided by Our Credo Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

We are searching for the best talent for a Principal Scientist In-vivo CAR-T Potency Method Development to be located in Malvern PA.

You will be responsible for:

  • Leading in-vivo CAR-T potency strategy design and implementation

  • Leading method development validation tech transfer and lifecycle support activities for in-vivo CAR-T products

  • Work collaboratively in a matrix environment supporting and mentoring team members.

  • Supporting regulatory filings including INDs and BLAs.

  • Representing the department on cross-functional and external teams and act as a technical expert on potency.

  • Communicating complex technical concepts to partners.

  • Accurately capturing data in a timely manner including maintenance of detailed records in compliance with applicable cGMP safety and environmental requirements.


Qualifications / Requirements:

  • PhD with 2 years of pharmaceutical or related industry experience in addition to a post-doctoral experience is required; OR a BS or MS in a relevant scientific discipline with at least 5 years of pharmaceutical or related industry experience is required.

  • Experience with in-vivo CAR-T is required

  • Extensive experience in cell-based potency method development for viruses and cell therapies including assay design and method robustness is required.

  • Extensive experience in potency strategies for cell and gene therapies and regulatory recommendations.

  • Experience with method validation and method transfer to a QC environment; including in-depth knowledge of ICHQ14 and ICHQ2(R2) is required.

  • Strong analytical problem solving planning and organizational skills are required.


Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.


Johnson and Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation please email the Employee Health Support Center () or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

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Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Analytical Reasoning Biochemistry Biotechnology Chemistry Manufacturing and Control (CMC) Clinical Research and Regulations Clinical Trial Designs Coaching Critical Thinking Drug Discovery Development Emerging Technologies Molecular Diagnostics Organizing Pharmacovigilance Presentation Design Process Improvements Productivity Planning Scientific Research

Required Experience:

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