Mass Spectrometry Scientist: Proteomics & Biotherapeutics

Arcellx; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Discretionary bonus

Stock-based incentives

Paid time off

Job summary

Kite Pharma, based in Santa Monica, CA, seeks a Scientist to apply mass spectrometry and proteomics to assess product quality and guide process development for viral vector and cell therapy products. You will independently plan studies, analyze data, and communicate results to cross-functional partners.

The role requires a PhD with relevant MS experience, a strong background in proteomics, and the ability to develop/optimize analytical methods.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Physical Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Biology, or a related discipline.
• Master’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience
• Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of relevant experience
• Experience applying MS to proteomics and protein-characterization applications is preferred

Responsibilities

• Design and execute mass spectrometry studies to assess viral vector and cell therapy final-product attributes.
• Perform in-house studies on biological samples, including characterization of host cell proteins, post-translational modifications, and relative protein abundance.
• Develop and apply mass spectrometry methods, and troubleshoot instrumentation, sample preparation, and data-processing workflows.
• Analyze and interpret complex data sets and present conclusions and recommendations to cross-functional teams.
• Author, review, and edit technical documents, including study plans, SOPs, protocols, and reports.

Skills

Mass spectrometry

Proteomics

Data analysis

Scientific writing

Collaboration

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

PhD in Biochemistry/Physical Chemistry/Molecular Biology/Analytical Chemistry or related

MS with 4+ years of relevant experience

BS with 6+ years of relevant experience

Tools

Mass spectrometry platforms

Data analysis software

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Kite Pharma, based in Santa Monica, CA, seeks a Scientist to apply mass spectrometry and proteomics to assess product quality and guide process development for viral vector and cell therapy products. You will independently plan studies, analyze data, and communicate results to cross-functional partners.

The role requires a PhD with relevant MS experience, a strong background in proteomics, and the ability to develop/optimize analytical methods.