Research Scientist - Hybrid

AGW; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Vision

Sick Pay

Job summary

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Research Scientist for a hybrid position in Santa Monica, CA to support CAR T trials in multiple myeloma. The role centers on PK/PD analyses and biomarker leadership within cross-functional teams.

Requires advanced science degree with industry experience; familiarity with regulatory filings and translational data. The contract runs through 2027 with potential for extension. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant field with 3+ years in industry or equivalent.
• Strong background in cancer immunotherapy, immunology, or oncology with focus on multiple myeloma.
• Experience with regulatory filings and clinical study support.

Responsibilities

• Directs PK/PD analysis to support clinical pharmacology for CAR T trials in multiple myeloma.
• Biomarker lead on clinical study teams; oversees data delivery for filings.
• Reviews protocol design and study activities; manages CROs and data transfer.

Skills

PK/PD analysis

Biomarker analysis

CAR T biology

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

PhD in biology/ immunology/ bioinformatics

MD/PharmD with 3+ years in industry

MS with 5+ years in industry

Job description

Santa Monica, CA Onsite Contract Starts 11/23/2026 Ends 10/11/2027

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Research Scientist for a Hybrid position with a Global Biotechnology Company located in Santa Monica, CA. This is a 12+ month contract opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Directs and establishes pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) analysis to support clinical pharmacology for CAR T clinical trials in Multiple Myeloma
• Serves as Biomarker lead on clinical study teams to oversee delivery of pharmacology data and documentation required for pivotal and registrational study filings
• Reviews and contributes to clinical protocol design and study activities
• Identify and establish agreements with contract research organizations (CRO) and support the transfer of established methods
• Collaborates with Clinical development teams including Clinical Operations, Regulatory, Clinical Data Management and Biometrics/Stats to advance data acquisition and analyses of clinical trial data
• Leads the resolution of clinical pharmacology/translational queries from regulatory agencies, supports writing and reviewing responses to regulatory queries
• Support the preparation of data packages for publication with medical writers, presentation and/or submission to regulatory agencies
• Collaborates with Translational Medicine, Bioinformatics and Statistical teams for exploratory biomarker correlative studies and deeper analysis of tumor biology and CAR T functionality
• Contribute to external scientific discussions/research collaborations and publications and engagement with key opinion leaders in the field

Requirements

• Advanced scientific degree (i.e. MD, PharmD, PhD) and 3+ years in industry OR Master's Degree and 5+ years of scientific experience OR Bachelor's Degree and 7+ years of scientific experience
• Strong background in cancer immunotherapy, immunology and/or oncology with experience focusing on Multiple Myeloma
• Prior experience in Regulatory filings
• In-depth understanding of multiple myeloma, knowledge of clinical landscape, evolving therapy, competitive scenarios
• Strong understanding of clinical, translational, and mechanistic data
• Familiarity and experience with clinical and biomarker operations
• Understanding of early or late-stage drug and translational development process; including clinical trial experience in industry or academia
• Familiarity with bioanalytical assay development and validation in a GxP environment
• Experience working with engineered T cells, immunophenotyping, and NGS-based approaches to profile the function of tumor and immune cells
• Comfortable in a matrixed and fast-paced company environment and able to adapt to changing priorities
• Strong collaboration, excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficient with data presentations to communicate to a diverse cross-functional audience
• Maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ph.D. degree in biology-related field (immunology, cancer biology, bioinformatics or a closely related field)

Pay range: up to $47.35 per hour

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.

ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.

Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:

• Medical
• Vision
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

Our team stays close to the process and is here to guide you every step of the way. To learn more, please visit our website https://www.agwtalent.com/.

ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.