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Senior Scientist, Core Technologies

Are you a highly motivated, collaborative, and scientifically curious individual? If so, we're seeking you, and your bold ideas, to co-lead and accelerate the development of our research programs for patients in need. Here, at Astellas, we are a driven bunch with a passion for testing the capabilities of iPSC-derived cells and for developing them into transformational therapies. If you want to be part of this exciting work, you belong at Astellas!

Astellas Pharma Inc. is a pharmaceutical company conducting business in more than 70 countries around the world. We are committed to turning innovative science into medical solutions that bring value and hope to patients and their families. Keeping our focus on addressing unmet medical needs and conducting our business with ethics and integrity enables us to improve the health of people throughout the world. For more information on Astellas, please visit our website at www.astellas.com .

Universal Cells, an affiliate of Astellas located in Seattle, WA, is focused on the development and commercialization of stem cell and regenerative medicine therapies. We conduct clinical-grade gene editing of stem cells to produce cells that avoid rejection and can be used in allogeneic cell therapy treatments to treat all patients that need them. Through our diversity, scientific knowledge, professional rigor and focus on innovation, we are merging our technology with the Astellas drug development expertise to unlock cures to many indications.

OUR GOAL - ONE CELL FOR EVERYONE

NO IMMUNE SUPPRESSION. NO DONOR MATCHING. NO REJECTION.

Universal Cells (UCI) is announcing a Senior Scientist, Core Technologies opportunity at our facility in Seattle, WA.

Purpose and Scope:

We are seeking a highly capable, self-motivated Senior Scientist for our Core Technologies Department. This individual will contribute to the further molecular engineering for our gene edited Universal Donor Cells. They will work as a key member on a fast-paced team to develop gene editing protocols as well as molecular and cellular assays to characterize our proprietary Universal Donor Cells

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Routinely performs and oversees aseptic cell culture of pluripotent stems cells for general maintenance or experiment execution.

• Works cross functionally while performing and overseeing experiments involving various gene editing techniques, optimizing processes as needed.

• Performs and oversees characterization of gene edited cells using in silico, molecular, and cell based assay techniques.

• Remain at the forefront of scientific literature on program relevant PSC research and shows willingness to incorporate new techniques, equipment, software into workflows.

• Maintains accurate records and oversees other team members recording and reviewing experimental data in a timely manner.

• Documents qualified activities according to Universal Cells Quality Assurance guidelines and contributes to quality system through document and experiment review.

• Able to summarize and present data in both oral and written formats as well as communicate impacts to relevant project timelines.

• Serves as a team lead with possibility for managing Research Associates and participates in the development of project timelines, deliverables, and priorities.

• Performs other duties as assigned or special projects as needed.

Qualifications Required:

• BS Degree with 12+ years, MS Degree with 8+ years, or PhD with 5+ years of relevant hands-on laboratory experience including aseptic technique and pluripotent stem cell culture.

• Experience performing gene editing in mammalian cells using various methods including MAD7.

• Strong organizational, time management skills, and the ability to maintain and oversee accurate and up-to-date records for multiple projects.

• Ability to work effectively both cross functionally and externally with multiple programmatic stakeholders.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong work ethic with a passion to learn and work in a fast-paced, dynamic and diverse work environment.

• Ability to work occasional days on weekends and holidays as required.

Preferred:

• Experience with GMP or GMP convertible cell and/or gene therapy work.

• Experience with writing, reviewing, and revising SOPs and experimental reports.

• Familiarity with cell and gene therapy regulatory landscape.

Working Environment:

• This position is based in Seattle and requires working on-site.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

• Generous Paid Time Off options, including Vacation, Sick time, plus national holidays including Heritage Days, and Summer and Winter Breaks

• 401(k) match and annual company contribution

• Company paid life insurance

• Annual Corporate Bonus and Quarterly Sales Incentive for eligible positions

• Long Term Incentive Plan for eligible positions

• Referral bonus program

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