Staff Scientist Lead – Gene Therapy Programs

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center in Cincinnati, OH, seeks an Associate Staff Scientist for the GENESIS Cell & Gene Therapy Program to advance hands-on research while coordinating program milestones. The role blends scientific execution with program operations at the highest level.

The successful candidate will have deep expertise in cell and gene therapy, perform advanced molecular biology techniques, mentor junior staff, and contribute to IND‑supporting materials as programs

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant biomedical science discipline.
• 3+ years of post‑doctoral or equivalent research experience in cell and/or gene therapy, molecular biology, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to present scientific and operational content to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and interpret laboratory experiments; apply and critically evaluate scientific protocols.
• Develop new assays and protocols relevant to cell and gene therapy programs: design experimental formats, standardize procedures, and validate new techniques.
• Synthesize experimental findings and present actionable insights and recommendations to program leadership and the Steering Committee.
• Maintain accurate, detailed, and reproducible records of all laboratory work in compliance with institutional standards and IND‑stage documentation requirements.
• Track and document program milestones against independently verified go/no‑go criteria; prepare progress summaries and flag risks for Steering Committee review.
• Coordinate cross‑functional activities across GENESIS programs.
• Manage the seminar series, program meetings, and other engagements; maintain meeting records and action items.
• Support LOI and application review logistics during competitive program selection cycles.
• Maintain an active role in program presentations, publications, and communications.
• Train and supervise junior laboratory personnel as programs require; serve as a scientific resource across the initiative.

Skills

Scientific communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

PhD in biomedical science

Job description

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center in Cincinnati, OH, seeks an Associate Staff Scientist for the GENESIS Cell & Gene Therapy Program to advance hands-on research while coordinating program milestones. The role blends scientific execution with program operations at the highest level.

The successful candidate will have deep expertise in cell and gene therapy, perform advanced molecular biology techniques, mentor junior staff, and contribute to IND‑supporting materials as programs