Senior Scientist – mRNA Vaccines & Immunotherapeutics

The RNA Society; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

NATi in Singapore is seeking an experienced Scientist to lead infectious diseases vaccine immunotherapy programs. The role focuses on developing mRNA-based modalities, advancing discovery to IND-enabling stages, and translating findings into robust regulatory documents.

The candidate will design in vitro and in vivo studies, mentor junior staff, and collaborate across functions, with a strong emphasis on data integrity and external CDMO partnerships.

Qualifications

• PhD in Immunology or a related field with extensive experience in academic or biotech labs.
• Proven expertise in immunology, cellular biology, and cytokine signaling relevant to vaccines and immunopathology.
• Experience with immunophenotyping and multi-color flow cytometry data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Support and execute Vaccines R&D strategy in an innovative manner.
• Develop and optimise lab methods for characterisation of RNA therapeutic modalities.
• Design and conduct in vitro assays to assess vaccine responses and cellular targets.
• Mentor junior lab personnel and collaborate across functions.
• Maintain records in LIMS/ELN and ensure data integrity for IND submissions.
• Prepare technical reports and regulatory documentation for submissions.
• Coordinate tech transfer activities with external CDMOs and provide troubleshooting support.

Skills

Immunology expertise

Flow cytometry

Biomarker development

Cross-functional teamwork

CRO collaboration

Education

PhD in Immunology or related field

Tools

LIMS/ELN

CDMO coordination tools

Job description

NATi in Singapore is seeking an experienced Scientist to lead infectious diseases vaccine immunotherapy programs. The role focuses on developing mRNA-based modalities, advancing discovery to IND-enabling stages, and translating findings into robust regulatory documents.

The candidate will design in vitro and in vivo studies, mentor junior staff, and collaborate across functions, with a strong emphasis on data integrity and external CDMO partnerships.