Scientist/Senior Scientist - Cell Production & Tissue Engineering

United Therapeutics • Medford, MA

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About The Position

We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation. Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies; and technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs. United Therapeutics (Nasdaq: UTHR ) seeks to travel down the corridors of indifference to develop treatments for rare, deadly diseases. We were founded in 1996 by a family seeking a cure for their daughter’s pulmonary arterial hypertension ( PAH ). Today, we have six FDA-approved therapies that treat PAH, pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease ( PH-ILD ) and neuroblastoma, a rare pediatric cancer. Our near-term pipeline seeks to develop additional therapies for PAH and pulmonary fibrosis ( PF ). The cure for end-stage life-threatening diseases like PAH, PH-ILD, PF, and many others is an organ transplant, but only a small percentage of donated organs are available to address the vast need. For this reason, we are working to create manufactured organs to address the shortage of kidneys, hearts, lungs, and livers available for transplant. We believe an unlimited supply of tolerable, transplantable organs will eliminate the transplant waiting list and cure end-stage organ diseases for which transplant is not currently an option. Millions worldwide are living with chronic kidney disease or diabetes. Management and maintenance therapies are ongoing, expensive, and often undermine the person’s quality of life. Their only hope for a cure is an kidney transplant. Unfortunately, the shortage of available kidneys causes patients to spend an average of 5 or more years on the waitlist, and many die before receiving surgery. At IVIVA, we are working to transform the status quo by developing fully implantable bioartificial kidneys. Our goal is to develop a cure that can allows patients with kidney dysfunction to lead a normal life IVIVA is seeking a iPSC wiz who loves process development, the lab and brings industry experience to the table. This position is dream role for an organized scientist who thrives in a collaborative, environment looking for ownership and responsibility. This is your chance to make an impact in the groundwork that will contribute to tech transfer and government interactions. The Scientist/ Sr. Scientist, Cell Biology is responsible for planning, conducting, and supporting experiments to develop, manufacture and evaluate cell based therapeutics for the treatment of end stage renal disease.

Requirements

• Scientist Level 6+ years of relevant experience in cell biology, developmental biology, tissue engineering, or related filed with a Master's Degree or 2+ years of relevant experience in cell biology, developmental biology, tissue engineering, or related filed with a PhD
• Demonstrated expertise in designing, planning, and executing experiments using cell biology and bioengineering tools
• Deep understanding of iPSC derivation and cellular maturation processes
• Expertise in scaffold-based systems, microfluidic networks, and functional tissue modeling
• Knowledge of GMP principles and scalable bioprocessing techniques for human-relevant production
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must have atleast 2 years industry experience
• Senior Scientist Level: 8+ years of relevant experience in cell biology, developmental biology, tissue engineering, or related field with a Master's Degree or 5+ years of relevant experience in cell biology, developmental biology, tissue engineering, or related field with a PhD

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with regulatory pathways for medical devices, including documentation and compliance standards
• Knowledge of kidney and/or pancreas biology and physiology

Responsibilities

• Derive autologous iPSC from patient samples, applying advanced cell biology techniques and independent judgement to optimize protocols and ensure reproducibility
• Design, plan, and execute experiments that support research activities , project goals, and platform development
• Advance the maturation of diverse cellular phenotypes to full function
• Differentiate renal and pancreatic lineages, designing and executing sophisticated experiments to achieve targeted cell phenotypes and functional maturity
• Contribute to preparation of FDA filings of extracorporeal and implantable devices
• Serve as a key contributor to the discovery and development of new technologies in tissue/ organ engineering
• Manage work package progress, ensuring continuity of operations, appropriate allocation of staff and resources, interpretation of results, adjustment of goals, timelines, and experimental plans
• May manage direct reports to include responsibilities for goal setting, performance reviews/management, coaching, mentoring, and career development
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Eligible employees may participate in the Company’s comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree