R&D Manager Leadership Development Program, Solid Tumor

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating and one day curing life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset New Jersey we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell T-cell receptor (TCR-T) and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy. From our three R&D sites around the world we apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of safe efficacious and cutting-edge therapeutics for patients worldwide.

Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel). Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.

Legend Biotech is seeking a R&D Manager Leadership Development Program Solid Tumoras part of the R&D Leadership Development Program based in Philadelphia PA.

Role Overview

The Early Career Leadership Program at Legend Biotech is a strategic enterprise-focused development experience designed to accelerate the growth of high-potential professionals early in their careers. Rooted in our commitment to cultivating enterprise-minded value-driven leaders this program provides structured rotational exposure executive mentorship and real-time business impact across scientific operational and corporate functions.

The R&D Hi-Po Leadership Development Program is a project-based enterprise leadership accelerator designed for high-potential PhD graduates who aspire to shape the future of cell and gene therapy. Over 2.53 years participants will lead 3-4 high-impact 8-12-month strategic projects across R&D Preclinical Development Technical Development Business Development and Regulatory Affairs.

This immersive experience is built to cultivate scientific leaders capable of translating discoveries into development advancing complex pipeline programs and influencing cross-functional strategy. Participants will gain enterprise exposure executive mentorship and access to a formal Annual Leadership Development Series focused on strategic thinking regulatory and clinical acumen and senior leadership readiness. Join us in advancing the frontiers of cell and gene therapywhere your discoveries can redefine treatment paradigms and transform patient outcomes worldwide

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Scientist to join our growing In Vivo CAR-T Cell Therapy team. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of our in vivo CAR-T platform and pipeline by leveraging expertise in cellular immunotherapy virology and immunology. This role requires scientific excellence strong collaboration skills and the ability to drive projects in a fast-paced environment.

Join us in redefining whats possible and build a career where your growth and patient impact go hand in hand.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in solid tumor teams routine drug development candidate selection to support pipeline development.
• Participate in the development of new in-house enabling technology for solid tumor including new armor design and testing in vitro model development assay development single cell characterization.
• Propose new initiatives for solid tumor in vivo CAR-T and work with cross-functional team for execution.

Requirements

• Recent PhD graduate (within the last 5 years) in Biological Sciences Molecular Biology Microbiology Immunology Biochemistry Chemistry Cell Biology or related life sciences discipline.
• 2-3 years of research experience (academic or industry); life sciences or translational research experience preferred.
• Experience in Cell Therapy for solid tumor is preferred
• Demonstrated record of scientific rigor innovation drive and analytical skills.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

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Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees. Contractors are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech.

Work Authorization & Employment Eligibility

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. As part of our commitment to maintaining a lawful workforce and ensuring compliance with federal employment regulations we participate in the E-Verify program. If you are selected for employment you will be required to complete the Form I-9 process and your employment eligibility will be verified through E-Verify in accordance with applicable federal law. We are committed to providing a fair transparent and welcoming hiring experience for all candidates.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of Legend Biotech to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race color creed religion national origin ancestry citizenship status age sex or gender (including pregnancy childbirth related medical conditions and lactation) gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status) sexual orientation marital status military service and veteran status disability genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal state or local laws or ordinances.

Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company.