Obsidian Therapeutics · 9 hours ago
Senior Research Associate/Associate Scientist – Analytical Development, Sample Core Testing Team (Contractor)
Bedford, MA
Contract
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$40.87/hr - $58.17/hr
2+ years expObsidian Therapeutics is pioneering engineered cell and gene therapies to deliver transformative outcomes for patients. They are seeking a highly motivated Senior Research Associate or Associate Scientist Contractor to work with their Analytical Development Core Testing team, focusing on characterizing engineered TIL cell therapy products and supporting critical studies to advance product understanding.
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Responsibilities
Collaborate with team leaders to characterize cell-based products and raw materials (i.e., viral vector and irradiated feeder cells) using molecular and cell-based analytical methods
Independently plan and execute weekly testing schedule to deliver “right first time” results and meet department timelines
Ensure transparency regarding testing progress and troubleshooting required. Inform STC management of risks including potential delays, and recommend ways to mitigate impact
Analyze data and evaluate all sample and system suitability criteria according to test methods
Accurately report results in ELN using pre-established templates, and forward to submitters in timely manner
Communicate findings/present results at internal meetings
Data verify assay runs for peer analysts
Provide feedback to AD team regarding any method performance concerns, and method workflow improvements
Expand your technical and analytical skills to support product characterization, including but not limited to: TIL analysis using multi-parameter flow cytometry, monitoring product impurities using molecular biology and immunology tools like ddPCR and ELISA, and potency/functionality using a variety of cell-based assays
Support lab functions including maintaining reagent supplies, restocking consumables, lab organization, equipment cleaning/servicing schedules, sample inventory management, etc
Maintain a safe work environment in accordance with policies/procedures/regulations
Qualification
Required
MS or BS with 2+ years of relevant experience in a biotechnology or related setting
Understanding of basic immunology and immunology-based experimental methods
Hands on experience with primary and mammalian cell culture
Hands on experience with molecular and immunoassay techniques including nucleic acid extraction, PCR (qPCR and/or ddPCR), ELISA/ELLA
Scientific rigor in the execution, analysis, and troubleshooting of experiments
Ability to monitor assay performance using appropriate controls and assay trending
Strong organization, time management, and record-keeping skills, including an ability to manage multiple responsibilities in parallel
A highly collaborative working style; you build trusting relationships, invite and share ideas and feedback, and productively challenge your own and others' assumptions to generate new ideas and facilitate better outcomes
Flexibility; a willingness and ability to adapt to changes in priorities in a fast-paced, rapidly developing environment to advance our mission
Self-motivation and a proven ability to work with general direction, exercise good judgement, and seek the information and support you need to meet objectives and timelines
Preferred
Experience in Analytical Development or Analytical Testing
Experience in cell therapy, including culture of primary human immune cells
Experience with record-keeping in Electronic Notebook (ELN) format
Familiarity with data analysis tools like MS-Excel, GraphPad Prism, Flowjo
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Company contributions to health savings and retirement accounts
Ample paid time off
Access to wellness programs
Rich career growth opportunities
Company
Obsidian Therapeutics
Obsidian Therapeutics is a developer of a next-generation cell and gene therapies created to extend adoptive immunotherapy.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$325MKey Investors
Wellington ManagementThe Column GroupGoogle Ventures
2024-04-03Series C· $160.5M
2021-09-09Series B· $115M
2017-12-06Series A· $49.5M
Leadership Team
Madan Jagasia
Chief Executive Officer
Kirsten Kester
Senior Vice President, Business Development
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