Principal Scientist, Cell Therapy Translational Biology Research

Role: Principal Scientist in Cell Therapy Translational Biology Research, supporting clinical-stage cellular therapies for oncology and autoimmune diseases. Responsibilities: lead laboratory research including mechanism of action, biomarker discovery, and combination studies; develop assays and models; interpret data to inform clinical and regulatory decisions; contribute to regulatory documents and collaborate externally; mentor junior scientists and present findings. Requirements: Ph.D. in Life Sciences or related with 4+ years' industry or academic experience; expertise in immunology, cellular biology, flow cytometry, cell culture, and high-content datasets; experience with IND filings and translational research. Preferred: industry background in biotech/pharma, knowledge of oncology or autoimmune indications, familiarity with drug development processes, and proficiency with analytical software (JMP, GraphPad). HighValue: focus on cellular therapies, mechanistic studies, biomarker strategies, regulatory support, and cross-functional collaboration. Location: Seattle, WA, with a competitive salary range. The role involves lab-based research supporting the development of innovative cell therapies for serious diseases.