About Us…
Obsidian Therapeutics is pioneering engineered cell and gene therapies to deliver transformative outcomes for patients. Obsidian’s programs apply our CytoDriveTM technology in Cell and Gene therapy products to control expression of proteins for enhanced therapeutic efficacy and safety. Obsidian’s lead program is currently in preclinical development for the treatment of patients with metastatic melanoma and other solid tumors.
We’re proud of our diverse talented team and committed to cultivating an environment of inclusion where each person feels a strong sense of belonging and is supported to continuously learn and contribute their best work. Our Research team is based in the heart of Cambridge, MA, and Technical Operations team is based in our brand-new facility in Bedford, MA. Obsidianites enjoy a highly collaborative culture, competitive salary and benefits, and potential for ownership through stock options.
Our Opportunity…
We’re looking for a highly motivated Associate Scientist with a strong background in cell therapy development to help drive the development of multiple cell therapy products in our pipeline targeting cancer. As part of our Technical Operations department you will be a vital part of a highly collaborative team working to achieve the Obsidian’s vision by translating innovative science into medical breakthroughs for patients, starting with our lead program cytoTIL15 engineered to make TILs more effective for more patients.
This is a unique opportunity in a well-funded pre-clinical company with blue-chip investors, field-leading advisors, best-in-class partners and an experienced team. You’ll help us build a dynamic, innovative, passionate, collaborative, and successful organization focused on delivering transformative therapies in areas of greatest clinical need.
You Will…
- Train on and skillfully execute analytical methods to support characterization studies of iFeeder starting materials and cell therapy products for late phase clinical trials
- Help design and execute experiments in collaboration with process development team to support critical material characterization.
- Author and review technical documents and data presentation including, but not limited to, study protocols and reports and test methods.
- Interact with CDMO partners and serve as analytical PIP (person in plant) providing technical expertise and on-site support as needed
- Maintain excellent records of experiments, including timely Electronic Notebook entries.
- Collaborate well across the Obsidian organization and with external partners.
- Present experimental designs, data packages, and proposed timelines to project teams, management, and scientific teams.
- Perform work with limited direction following established procedures and an understanding of the underlying science.
You Bring…
Core Qualifications
- MS with 3+ or BS with 5+ years of relevant industry experience (degree in a relevant field biochemistry, cell biology, engineering, immunology).
- Experience in product release and characterization methods for cell and gene therapy products with a focus on long term cell-based assays, excellent aseptic technique, molecular and immunoassay (PCR / qPCR, ddPCR, ELISA, MSD), flow cytometry.
- Excellent organizational skills with an ability to manage multiple responsibilities in parallel, and communicate and prioritize effectively to deliver results within established timelines.
- Exceptional record-keeping skills.
- A highly collaborative working style.
- Tenacity, resilience, and drive to achieve company goals.
- Self-motivation and a proven ability to work with general direction to meet objectives and timelines, seeking clarity and support where needed.
- Flexibility; a willingness and ability to adapt to changes in priorities in a fast-paced, rapidly developing environment in order to advance our mission.
- Scientific curiosity and pursuit of continuous learning.
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience with multi-parameter flow cytometry assays.
- Demonstrated track record with analytical development supporting late-stage development of biologics and/or cell.
- Experience with analytical assay technical transfer and/ or qualification.
Obsidian is committed to equitable and transparent pay practices.
The anticipated base salary range for this role is below. The actual base salary offered will be determined based on a combination of factors, including applicable qualifications, level of education, the depth of experience, unique skills, geographic location, internal equity, and/or business needs. The actual base salary offered will be in accordance with federal, state, and/or local wage requirements for the role’s location.
Our competitive compensation package includes an annual incentive bonus as a percentage of actual base salary and long-term incentives in the form of employee stock options, both of which are commensurate with the role’s level. We also offer a generous benefits package which includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; company contributions to health savings and retirement accounts; ample paid time off; access to wellness programs; and rich career growth opportunities.
Obsidian is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, cultivating a welcoming and diverse environment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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What We Do
Obsidian Therapeutics is pioneering controllable cell and gene therapies to deliver transformative outcomes for patients with intractable diseases. Obsidian’s programs apply our cytoDriveTM technology in cell and gene therapy products to control expression of proteins for enhanced therapeutic efficacy, including our lead program cytoTIL15 engineered to make TILs more effective for more patients.
Our aspirations are high, and we’re built to deliver – well-funded with blue chip investors, engaged field-leading advisors, strong partnerships with industry leaders, and a highly experienced, dynamic, innovative and collaborative team, collectively focused on delivering transformative therapies in areas of greatest clinical need.
Located in the heart of Cambridge with a new laboratory facility in Bedford, we’re proud of our diverse talented team and committed to cultivating an environment of inclusion where we strive to instill a strong sense of belonging, and support each Obsidianite to continuously learn and contribute their best work. We offer competitive salary and benefits, and potential for employee ownership through stock options
