Scientist, In Vivo Car-T Therapy
Legend Biotech Us
Philadelphia
Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating and, one day, curing life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Bridgewater, New Jersey, we are advancing the next generation of cell therapy through a portfolio of innovative technologies, including autologous, allogeneic, and in vivo cell therapy approaches. Our research spans chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR-T), T-cell receptor (TCR-T), natural killer (NK) cell-based therapies, and other emerging platforms designed to transform the treatment of serious diseases. From our global network of research and development sites, we are committed to discovering and developing safe, effective, and cutting-edge therapies for patients worldwide.
Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Johnson & Johnson to jointly develop and commercialize CARVYKTI® (ciltacabtagene autoleucel; cilta-cel). Through this strategic partnership, we combine complementary expertise and capabilities to advance innovative immunotherapies for patients living with multiple myeloma.
COMPANY: Legend Biotech USA, Inc
JOB TITLE: Scientist – In Vivo CAR-T Therapy
JOB DUTIES:
The Scientist – In Vivo CAR-T Therapy will have the following duties: Design, plan, and execute experimental studies to advance cell and gene therapy platforms and pipeline programs, with a focus on in vivo CAR T development from early discovery through preclinical development. Conduct and analyze in vitro and in vivo studies to evaluate product potency, efficacy, and safety. Develop, optimize, validate, and troubleshoot experimental assays and laboratory methods, including cell line engineering, cell-based functional and cytotoxicity assays, ELISA and PCR-based assays, high-throughput binder screening, and viral vector packaging and titration. Analyze, interpret, and summarize complex scientific data generated from experimental studies and maintain accurate, complete, and well-organized experimental records and documentation. Prepare clear, detailed, and high-quality technical reports, summaries, and presentations to communicate research findings, experimental results, and scientific conclusions. Collaborate closely with internal research and early development teams in a cross-functional environment to support translation of novel scientific concepts into therapeutic candidates and advancement of cell and gene therapy research programs.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Education Required: PhD in Immunology, Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or a closely related field.
Experience Required: 2 yrs of experience in hands on experience in cell and/or gene therapy research.
JOB SITE: 2300 Market St., 3rd Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19103
WORK HOURS: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 5 days 40 hr/wk
SALARY: $119,692.00 per year
TO APPLY: E-mail CV to: Attn. K Washington: [email protected].
The base pay range below is what Legend Biotech USA Inc. reasonably expects to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, skills, qualifications, and geographic location. The company reserves the right to modify this range as needed and in accordance with applicable laws.
Other Types of Pay: Performance-based bonus and/or equity is available to employees in eligible roles.
Benefits and Paid Time Off: Medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer eight (8) weeks of paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and eleven (11) company holidays. Additional voluntary benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide voluntary commuter benefits, family planning and care resources, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.
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.
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