ElevateBio is a cell and gene therapy technology company built to power the development of transformative cell and gene therapies today and for many decades to come. The company has assembled industry-leading talent, built world-class facilities, and integrated diverse technology platforms necessary for rapid innovation and commercialization of cell, gene, and regenerative therapies.

The Role:

ElevateBio is actively recruiting a Scientist II / Sr. Scientist, to join the Regenerative Medicine group focused on iPSC platform technologies and developing iPSC-derived therapeutics. This role will be working with cross-functional teams to advance novel reprogramming technologies for the manufacture of next-gen clinical grade iPSC lines. This individual will play an important role in combining reprogramming and editing for the development of iPSC-derived therapies internally and with external partners. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in iPSC reprogramming and characterization, and managed multiple direct reports in a highly dynamic and collaborative environment.

Here’s What You’ll Do:

  • Lead a team of scientists to meet project goals and provide mentorship and supervision
  • Plan, lead, and optimize experiments to advance proprietary non-integrating iPSC reprogramming technologies geared toward the manufacture of clinical iPSC lines
  • Lead the project’s scientific strategy, identifying risks and mitigations as appropriate
  • Collaborate effectively across different ElevateBio teams to drive the project
  • Combine novel reprogramming method with LifeEdit gene editing platform
  • Contribute to the development of iPSC-derived therapeutics and external partnerships
  • Develop and optimize analytical methods to assess reprogrammed iPSCs
  • Participate in IP filing
  • Schedule and resource project team’s day-to-day work
  • Track and present on project progress both internally and in cross-functional forums
  • Stay current on relevant science and present at scientific conferences

Requirements:

  • PhD with 5+ years of relevant experience or MS/MA with 8+ years of relevant experience
  • Three or more years of industry experience strongly preferred
  • Experience managing small teams of scientists
  • Extensive experience in pluripotent stem cell biology focused on iPSC reprogramming with relevant publications in peer-reviewed journals. Background knowledge in iPSC genetics and epigenetics is preferred
  • Demonstrated experience in evaluating pluripotent stem cell lines
  • Experience in molecular biology with an emphasis on mRNA synthesis, splicing, and delivery is desirable
  • Gene editing experience (CRISPR/Cas9, TALEN, etc) is preferred

Why join ElevateBio?

ElevateBio is accelerating the future of biotechnology; developing the next-generation of cell, viral and regenerative medicine therapeutics for the treatment of severe diseases.  We have launched a revolutionary new model that integrates innovators, infrastructure and capital to effectively develop cell, gene and related therapies for patients with severe and life-threatening disorders.  With plans for a cutting-edge laboratory and manufacturing center already underway, we're building a world-class organization lead by expert talent with bench-to-bedside capabilities.

At the heart of the ElevateBio platform is ElevateBio Base Camp, a state-of-the-art research, development and manufacturing center for innovation in the Greater Boston Area to be staffed with a world-class team of scientists.

Our Vision:
Next-generation product development for advanced therapies supported by global bench-to-bedside expertise shared across our portfolio of companies

ElevateBio is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation or any characteristic protected under applicable law. ElevateBio will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.

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