Scientist, Process Development

Cartesian Therapeutics; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company is seeking a Scientist in Process Development to engage in innovative mRNA therapies for autoimmune diseases. This role involves designing experiments, supporting analytical testing, and contributing to technology advancements within the organization, offering a unique opportunity to impact patient therapies.

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant scientific field or Master's with significant experience.
• Experience in analytical methods relevant to CAR-T.
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently design, develop, and execute process development experiments.
• Support analytical testing and technology transfer activities.
• Author technical reports and support regulatory submissions.

Skills

Analytical Development

Flow Cytometry

Cell-based Assays

Teamwork

Communication

Education

PhD in Chemical Engineering

Masters with 3-5 years industry experience

Job description

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Cartesian Therapeutics, Inc. (Cartesian or the Company) (NASDAQ: RNAC) is a publicly traded, clinical-stage biotechnology company pioneering mRNA cell therapies for the treatment of autoimmune diseases. Descartes-08, Cartesian's lead candidate, is an autologous mRNA-engineered chimeric antigen receptor T-cell therapy (mRNA CAR-T) currently entering our Phase III AURORA Trial for the treatment of generalized Myasthenia Gravis (gMG). Listen to our December 3, 2024 investor call for a discussion of the positive Phase IIb results in gMG. Descartes-08 is also in Phase II development for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), with a Phase II pediatric basket trial planned in additional autoimmune indications. Descartes-08 has been granted Orphan Drug Designation and Regenerative Medicine Advanced Therapy Designation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of gMG, and Rare Pediatric Disease Designation for the treatment of Juvenile Dermatomyositis. The Company's clinical-stage pipeline also includes Descartes-15, a next-generation, autologous anti-BCMA mRNA CAR-T. Cartesian's highly integrated approach is a rare find in biotech, with discovery, cGMP manufacturing, and clinical operations all happening under one roof.

Position Summary

We are looking for a Scientist that will be responsible for process development and analytical testing. The Scientist, Process Development will have the unique opportunity to work on process and analytical development simultaneously as well as work with a new cutting-edge modality.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently design, develop, and execute process development experiments (CAR-T cell therapy), and support analytical testing.
• Supports initiatives for new technology development and continuous improvement projects.
• Independently author technical reports of studies, protocols, SOP and risk assessments to enable technology transfer, manufacturing and IND activities.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Cell Biology or related degree with 0-3 years of industry experience or Masters with 3-5 years of industry experience.
• Experience in analytical development, assay qualification and transfer
• Experience with flow cytometry, cell-based assays.
• Excellent team player with good communication skills.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of statistics.
• Experience with analytical assays as applied to CAR-T therapies.
  
  

Salary Notice

At Cartesian Therapeutics, we are committed to transparency and equity in our compensation practices. The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $129,000 per year. Please note that the final salary will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to years of experience, industry experience, education, and specific skills relevant to the role. We believe in rewarding our team members fairly and encourage open discussions about compensation throughout the hiring process.

Cartesian is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering an environment in which all employees are treated fairly without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.

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