Field Application Scientist (FAS) – Flow Cytometry & CAR-T / Cell Therapy

Cytoart, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CytoArt, Inc. is seeking a Field Application Scientist (FAS) focused on Flow Cytometry & Cell Therapy for the US East Coast.

The role combines deep scientific expertise with strategic commercial input, supporting CAR-T and CGT programs across biopharma, biotech startups, and CROs/CDMOs. You will lead end-to-end technical support, develop custom assays, advise on regulatory validation, and help shape the R&D pipeline while partnering with Sales to accelerate adoption.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Immunology, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Pharmacology, or related life sciences; or Bachelor’s with 5+ years industry experience.
• Hands-on flow cytometry with panel design and data interpretation; proficient with BD FACSCanto/Fortessa/Symphony and FlowJo.
• 3+ years in CAR-T, cell therapy, biopharma, or CRO/CDMO environments; understanding of assay needs across PD, QC, and clinical monitoring.
• Familiarity with analytical method validation, USP/ICH, and GMP/QC workflows.
• Willingness to travel within the East Coast region (approx. 20–30%).

Responsibilities

• Provide end-to-end flow cytometry technical consultation for CAR-T and cell therapy clients, including experimental design and troubleshooting.
• Design, optimize, and validate custom flow cytometry protocols for client-specific models and targets.
• Guide regulatory standards and validation of analytical methods for QC release and PK/PD monitoring.
• Organize and deliver technical seminars, demonstrations, and workshops; gather market feedback for R&D.
• Collaborate with Sales/BD to identify client needs and drive technical adoption.

Skills

Flow cytometry

CAR-T knowledge

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Master’s/PhD in life sciences

Bachelor’s + 5+ years industry

Tools

FlowJo software

BD flow cytometers

Job description

Position Title: Field Application Scientist (FAS) – Flow Cytometry & Cell Therapy

Location: US East Coast (Field-based / Remote with regional travel; hubs: Boston/Cambridge, MA; NJ; PA; MD)

Employment Type: Full-time

Experience Level: Mid-to-Senior Level (3–5+ years of relevant experience)

Position Overview & Highlights

• At the Forefront of Cell Therapy: Focus on the cutting-edge CAR-T and cell & gene therapy (CGT) sector, acting as a trusted technical advisor directly engaging with innovative biopharma companies, biotech startups, and leading CROs/CDMOs.
• Dual Career Trajectory (Technical + Commercial): Bridge deep scientific expertise with commercial strategy, playing a key role in product iteration, application development, and portfolio expansion.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Technical Support: Provide comprehensive, workflow-level flow cytometry technical consultation to CAR-T and cell therapy clients, including experimental design, multi-color panel design, high-dimensional data analysis, and technical troubleshooting.
• Customized Assay Development: Design, optimize, and validate custom flow cytometry protocols tailored to client‑specific cell models, unique sample matrices, and therapeutic targets.
• Regulatory & Method Validation Guidance: Assist clients in navigating regulatory standards (e.g., USP, Ph. Eur., ICH guidelines); support the development, qualification, and validation of compliant analytical methods for QC release, characterization, and pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) monitoring.
• Training & Voice of Customer (VoC): Organize and deliver technical seminars, demonstrations, and hands‑on workshops for both clients and internal commercial teams; gather actionable market feedback and customer requirements to guide R&D pipeline priorities and product improvements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Sales and Business Development teams to identify client needs and accelerate technical adoption, while completing other assigned scientific and commercial initiatives.

Basic Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Immunology, Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Pharmacology, or a related life sciences discipline (Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of extensive industry experience will also be considered).
• Flow Cytometry Proficiency: Robust, hands‑on foundation in flow cytometry with proven ability to independently design experiments, optimize staining protocols, and interpret complex data; proficiency with mainstream cytometers (e.g., BD FACSCanto/Fortessa/Symphony, Beckman CytoFLEX) and analysis software (e.g., FlowJo).
• Industry Background: 3+ years of experience within CAR-T, cell therapy, biopharma, or CRO/CDMO environments; solid understanding of assay and analytical needs across early discovery, pre‑clinical research, process development (PD), QC release testing, and clinical monitoring.
• Analytical Standards: Familiarity with analytical method validation principles, pharmacopeial standards (USP/ICH), and GMP/QC testing workflows.
• Communication & Travel: Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; strong customer‑service mindset; willingness to travel within the East Coast region as needed (approx. 20–30%).
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer‑sponsored visa support at the time of hire. CytoArt may consider future immigration sponsorship based on business needs and company capabilities, but sponsorship cannot be guaranteed

Preferred Qualifications (Bonus Points)

• Hands‑on experience with in vivo CAR‑T platforms or next‑generation cell therapy modalities.
• Demonstrated track record in high‑parameter/multi‑color panel design (e.g., 10+ colors) or commercial flow cytometry reagent development/support.
• Familiarity with nano‑flow cytometry (NanoFCM) and characterization of viral vectors (AAV, Lentivirus), lipid nanoparticles (LNPs), or extracellular vesicles/exosomes.
• Direct exposure to IND/BLA regulatory filings (CMC analytical packages) or technology transfer processes.