Overview In this role you will contribute to developing and qualifying protein-based assays for AAV gene therapy products. You'll design experiments, analyze data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure assay robustness and regulatory readiness. The position offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge gene therapy research and grow through mentorship and hands-on learning. You'll help advance quality control and process improvement in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.
Compensation / Benefits- Health insurance from day one (premiums covered for employee/family)
- Generous paid time off
- 12 weeks fully paid parental leave
- Annual bonus opportunities
- 401(k) with company match
- Onsite fitness facility
Responsibilities- Design and execute protein-based assays for characterization and quality control of gene therapy products
- Develop and optimize assay protocols, troubleshoot issues, ensure robustness
- Use analytical techniques (AUC, Mass Spectrometry, HPLC, ELISA) to analyze products
- Analyze and interpret complex data to provide actionable insights
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align assay results with project goals
- Participate in assay transfer and support validation efforts
- Prepare technical reports and regulatory documentation
- Stay updated with literature and industry advancements in protein-based assays
- Contribute to process improvement and method development
- Train and mentor junior team members in assay techniques
- Maintain high laboratory safety and compliance
Key requirements- Bachelor's or Master's degree in biology, biochemistry, or molecular biology
- Experience developing, validating, and troubleshooting assays in biologics or gene therapy
- Strong communication for technical reporting and collaboration
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving
- Mentorship and training skills
- Proficiency with data analysis software and statistical tools
- Experience with AUC, Mass Spectrometry, HPLC, ELISA
