TCR-T Scientist I: Engineering & Translation

Weill Cornell Medicine; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Weill Cornell Medicine's MCC Laboratories in New York seeks a Scientist I in TCR-T Engineering and Translation to support the development of IND-ready TCR-T cell candidates for clinical use.

Responsibilities include generating engineered TCR-T cells, performing functional assays, analyzing data, and collaborating across teams to advance projects. A Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related field.
• 8+ years of research experience in academic, biotech or pharma settings.
• Experience manipulating and culturing human T cells and TCR-T engineering.

Responsibilities

• Support IND enabling preclinical studies for TCR-T programs.
• Generate engineered TCR-transduced T cells using molecular/genomic tech.
• Perform cell-based function assays to assess biological properties in vitro.
• Assess potency of TCR-T cells in tumor models in vivo.
• Analyze data, prepare summaries, and present findings at meetings.
• Maintain detailed lab records and write SOPs.
• Train researchers and staff in equipment and techniques as needed.
• Follow policies and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Stay current with literature and contribute to posters/manuscripts.

Skills

Collaborative

Multitask

Organizational skills

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Biochemistry or related field

Job description

Weill Cornell Medicine's MCC Laboratories in New York seeks a Scientist I in TCR-T Engineering and Translation to support the development of IND-ready TCR-T cell candidates for clinical use.

Responsibilities include generating engineered TCR-T cells, performing functional assays, analyzing data, and collaborating across teams to advance projects. A Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of relevant experience are required.