Garuda Therapeutics Cambridge , MA 02142
Posted 1 month ago
Garuda Therapeutics, a biotechnology company focused on developing off-the-shelf human hematopoietic stem cell-based cellular therapies, is seeking a highly motivated Scientist (level to be determined) to join its growing team. The full-time role will be a key Analytical Development team member, focusing on developing, qualifying, and transferring assays for the release and characterization of gene-edited human pluripotent and hematopoietic stem cells. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of projects relevant to the core focus of the Garuda Therapeutics, based on-site in Cambridge, MA.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Developing and qualifying release and characterization assays for human pluripotent and hematopoietic stem cells (e.g., cell count and viability, flow cytometry, hematopoietic stem cell potency assays, etc.)
Executing in vitro assays to support process development activities
Collaborating internally with Garuda team, train colleagues in new techniques and maintain relationships with external scientific partners
Required Qualifications:
PhD with 1+ years of related experience, or MS with 5+ years of related experience, or BS with 8+ years of related experience
Prior experience in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry is required
Experience with cell culture and developing/qualifying cell-based assays
Strong skills in data analysis and interpretation, particularly in the context of Flow cytometry and cell-based data
Experience with transferring assays to contract testing labs
Demonstrated excellence in planning, executing, and analyzing experiments
Critical thinking and independence, ability to troubleshoot, solve difficult problems, and develop assay improvements
Attention to detail and careful record-keeping
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects
Excellent oral and written communication skills, able to write technical reports and protocols
Flexible team player excited to collaborate with internal and external partners
Highly self-motivated and flexibility in working schedule to accommodate weekend work if necessary
Preferred Qualifications:
Hands-on experience in induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) culture maintenance, differentiation protocols and hematopoietic stem cell (HSC) culture
Proficiency in designing, optimizing, and qualification of flow cytometry methods for the deep characterization of HSCs derived from iPSCs
Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and ability to ensure analytical methods meet regulatory requirements for the cell therapy product development
Garuda Therapeutics