Careers

Scientist I, Process Development

The primary purpose of the Process Development Scientist I is to work as part of a team planning/executing experiments to evaluate all aspects of culturing, gene-editing, and characterization processes of pluripotent stem cells. This Scientist will play a key role in the development of programs and assays to support the generation of clinical-grade, gene-edited Universal Donor Cells. This position will also be cross-trained in Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Documentation Practices and will support the Clinical Gene Editing team as needed.

Jan 11, 2023 | Description and Application

Research Associate II, Clinical Gene Editing

The primary purpose of the Research Associate II for Clinical Gene Editing is to support the generation of clinical-grade, gene-edited Universal Donor Cells in a controlled manufacturing environment. This Research Associate II role will work as part of a team planning and executing all aspects of gene-editing and engineering of pluripotent stem cells. Will assist with complex laboratory operations, keep appropriate documentation including lab notebooks, batch documentation and experimental summaries. Will be able to execute protocols with minimal guidance and will have the ability to summarize results independently. May assist in generating content and preparing controlled documents and data summaries. This position will acquire further versatility in routine procedures, technical knowledge, understanding of administrative operations, and general troubleshooting.

Jan 11, 2023 | Description and Application

Research Associate II, Process Development

The primary purpose of the Research Associate II for Process Development is to execute experiments to improve clinical-grade, gene-editing processes of Universal Donor Cells and to provide data for CMC documents. This Research Associate II role will work as part of a team evaluating processes, and planning/executing experiments to evaluate all aspects of culturing, gene-editing, and processing of pluripotent stem cells. This position will be provided training to perform all required fundamental skills. Will assist with complex laboratory operations, keep appropriate documentation including lab notebooks, batch documentation and experimental summaries. Will be able to execute protocols with minimal guidance and will have the ability to summarize results independently. May assist in generating content and preparing controlled documents and data summaries. This position will acquire further versatility in routine procedures, technical knowledge, understanding of administrative operations, and general troubleshooting.

Jan 11, 2023 | Description and Application

Laboratory Assistant I

The primary purpose of the Laboratory Assistant position is to ensure the efficient operations of designated laboratory spaces, to include general lab organization, proper stocking of lab supplies and cleanliness. This position will work in a team environment, directly supporting the lab activities of the assigned laboratory room/s.

Jan 11, 2023 | Description and Application

Research Associate II/ Senior Research Associate, Tumor Biology

This Senior Research Associate is a laboratory-focused role that will be contribute to the generation of key data for future cell therapy immuno-oncology products. Results will directly impact strategic direction of future products in the immuno-oncology pipeline.

Jan 11, 2023 | Description and Application

Research Associate II, Cell Analytics

We are seeking a highly capable, self-motivated Research Associate II for our Core Technologies Department. This individual will contribute to the molecular engineering and characterization for our gene edited Universal Donor Cells, by utilizing various cell culture techniques. They will work as a key member on a fast paced team to culture pluripotent stem cells as well as run cellular assays to characterize our proprietary Universal Donor Cells.

Jan 11, 2023 | Description and Application

Director/Senior Director, Program Management, Cell Therapy

The Director/Sr. Director of Program Management, Cell Therapy, is a critical position responsible for overseeing key research programs and multiple research projects encompassing Astellas Primary Focus Areas, as well as collaborations with external partners. This position plays a key role in strategy development, planning, and implementation plans for research and manufacturing that may be in various phase from early development stages, Candidate Nomination (CN), through global approval across one or more indications. This position works closely with Senior Leaders and Project Leads across Astellas to advance Astellas Cell Therapies to clinical Proof of Concept/Platform by providing both scientific and technical expertise to Global Project Teams, Primary Focus Areas, and cross-divisional development programs.

Jan 11, 2023 | Description and Application

Manager, Pre-Clinical Quality Audits

Responsible for development and maintenance of operational excellence in Research QA (RQA) activities for Astellas sponsored programs. Reports to Director of RQA, Manager of RQA is a member of the US-RQA Team and contributes to the development, implementation and successful execution of the RQA mission, objectives and 3-5 years strategic plan.

The scope of this position is to manage and provide quality oversight for nonclinical studies (pharmacology/pharmacokinetics/toxicology studies) and clinical bioanalysis for regulatory submission that are executed in compliance with international and local regulatory standards including but not limited to Good Laboratory Practice, (GLP), Good Clinical Practice (GCP), JRS (Japanese Reliability Standard) and other relevant regulations.

Jan 11, 2023 | Description and Application

Technical/Group Lead, Clinical Gene Editing

The primary purpose of the Technical or Group Lead position, in a Scientific or Technical function, is to collaboratively plan and execute experiments, apply established scientific techniques and/or department processes to support a specific research team or department. This position will proficiently execute a wide range of techniques and processes with high technical quality, as a key contributor in a specific research area or team. Contributions will further team efficiencies, maintain process continuity and reliability of results; will demonstrate effective communications internally within the team; be a leader and role model in the laboratory environment; and contribute to research, innovation and continuous improvement within the designated research team or department.

Jan 11, 2023 | Description and Application