Associate Scientist, Gene Engineering and Delivery

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Associate Scientist, Gene Engineering and Delivery

The Gene Engineering and Delivery team in the Cell Therapy Thematic Research Center is seeking a highly motivated scientist to advance next-generation cancer immunotherapies through molecular design, viral vector engineering, and gene delivery innovation. This role will focus on designing, cloning, characterizing, and producing viral vector constructs that enable development of CAR T cell therapies. The ideal candidate brings molecular biology experience, hands-on cell culture experience, and a collaborative, problem-solving mindset in a fast-paced research environment.

• Execute molecular design and cloning of complex DNA constructs for cell therapy applications.
• Demonstrate competency in mammalian cell culture, transfection, and transduction of primary T cells.
• Develop molecular engineering designs and assays that support gene delivery and viral vector characterization.
• Produce viral vectors to enable gene delivery workflows and experimental evaluation.

• Design and clone DNA constructs to support CAR T cell therapy development.
• Culture mammalian cell lines for viral vector production, assessment, and gene delivery applications.
• Set up and run molecular characterization and cellular assays to evaluate viral vector performance.
• Develop new molecular and viral vector characterization assays.
• Execute viral vector production and characterization protocols.
• Collaborate with team members to assess the technical feasibility of novel gene delivery methods.
• Process and analyze data, review results, and communicate conclusions clearly.
• Maintain accurate, detailed electronic laboratory notebook records and supporting documentation.
• Summarize and present data in group meetings and written reports.
• Work cross-functionally to execute and improve experiments and assay performance.

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 2+ years of academic and/or industry experience

• B.S./B.A. degree in a scientific discipline and 4+ years of hands-on experience in a relevant research field
• Strong molecular biology skills, including molecular assay development, molecular design and cloning of complex DNA constructs, PCR, RT-PCR, and mRNA and DNA preparation
• Experience with tissue culture techniques, including transfection of mammalian cell lines and transduction of T cells
• Excellent organization, time management, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to design and execute experiments with some supervision
• Outstanding written, visual, and oral communication skills

Seattle - WA: $93,250 - $112,991

• Health Coverage:
  Medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision care.
• Wellbeing Support:
  Programs such as BMS Well-Being Account, BMS Living Life Better, and Employee Assistance Programs.
• Financial Well-being and Protection: 401(k) plan, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, accident insurance, supplemental health insurance, business travel protection, personal liability protection, identity theft benefit, legal support, and survivor support.

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