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Senior Scientist - Cell Therapy Product Characterization

$112.3k - $168.46k

AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca seeks a Senior Scientist to lead product characterization and potency method development for cell therapy products. The role combines analytical expertise with cross-functional collaboration to advance programs from preclinical through clinical stages, requiring strong scientific judgment and data automation capability.

Responsibilities

  • Lead development and execution of potency methods to characterize cell therapy product function and mechanism of action
  • Develop platform- and program-specific product characterization strategies and define critical quality attributes
  • Evaluate and implement new analytical technologies to interrogate cell health, phenotype, and function
  • Develop automated data workflows, repositories, and dashboards for complex product datasets
  • Partner with process development teams to link process parameters to product quality attributes

Requirements

  • PhD in Cell Biology, Immunology, Biomedical Engineering, or related field with 1+ year relevant experience; or MS with 4+ years; or BS with 6+ years
  • Proven expertise developing analytical methods for cell therapy potency and mechanism of action characterization
  • Advanced proficiency with multicolor flow cytometry, including panel design and complex data analysis
  • Deep knowledge of T-cell biology and genetic engineering technologies applied to cell therapy
  • Experience designing experiments, analyzing complex datasets, and preparing regulatory submissions
  • Leadership ability managing multiple priorities independently in fast-paced development environment
  • Mentoring experience with junior scientists

Compensation: $112,304–$168,456 base

Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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