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As a Senior Scientist, Cell Therapy based in Gaithersburg, MD, you will drive critical product and process characterization that informs design decisions, accelerates candidates to the clinic, and ultimately impacts patients who need new options most.\nYou will join a fast-moving, collaborative lab environment where change is constant and curiosity is expected. Do you thrive when working with unknowns, translating complex datasets into clear direction, and partnering across disciplines to move science forward with pace and precision? This role offers the opportunity to see your bench work translate into program strategy and clinical progress.\nAccountabilities\nProduct and process characterization: Design and execute hands-on studies that define attributes of cellular therapies and underpin robust, scalable processes.\nAnalytical readouts: Lead characterization of cellular products using multicolor flow cytometry, ELISA, dPCR, karyotyping, microscopy, biomarker and cytokine analyses, and -omics approaches to generate decision-ready data.\nData translation and communication: Assess, synthesize, and report findings with clarity and urgency; ensure insights are relayed efficiently for forward translation into program plans.\nExperimental design and troubleshooting: Independently plan, optimize, and troubleshoot experiments to meet milestones and de-risk development.\nCross-functional collaboration: Partner closely with project managers and adjacent teams to align assay strategy, timelines, and deliverables with program needs.\nScientific impact in drug discovery: Interpret results within the broader mechanism and development context to shape next experiments and guide program direction.\nDocumentation and quality: Maintain rigorous records and high data integrity to support quality, compliance, and reproducibility.\nEssential Skills/Experience\nPhD in a relevant subject area with 0-3 years of demonstrated experience in Cellular Therapy, Cell Biology, Cell engineering, Bioinformatics, Immunology, and/ or Immuno-Oncology; M.S. with 5+ years’ experience; B.S. with 10+ years’ experience\nExtensive in vitro skillset for cell characterization such as functional/potency assays, morphological/phenotypic assessment, and sequencing based methods.\nMulticolor flow cytometry, microscopy, biomarker and cytokine analysis, ELISA, dPCR, karyotype and -omics.\nExperience analyzing large process and characterization data sets using a breadth of statistical methods including machine learning algorithms.\nWell-developed understanding of molecular and cellular biology (specifically immune cell physiology), immunological assays, and cell transfection/transduction.\nProficiency in cell culture and aseptic techniques.\nAbility to design, execute, troubleshoot, and document experiments; to review, analyze, interpret results; and communicate deliverables in a timely manner.\nDesirable Skills/Experience\nExperience with genome editing technologies (CRISPR/Cas9, base-editing, virus-based genetic delivery systems, etc.).\nIn vitro experience isolating and culturing human T cells.\nBasic experience developing cellular therapies including CAR-T therapies.\nProficiency with statistical software (JMP, R, etc.).\nWorking cross-functionally to drive project advancement.\nWhy AstraZeneca\nHere, bold science meets practical impact: you will work in modern labs alongside immunologists, bioengineers, data scientists, and manufacturing experts-often in the same room-sparking ideas that move from bench to clinic with speed. We embrace ambiguity, take calculated risks, and learn fast, because patients cannot wait. Your contributions will be visible and valued across programs, with leaders who empower you to shape methods, challenge assumptions, and pursue smarter routes through complex problems. We value kindness alongside ambition, pairing rigorous standards with a supportive, feedback-rich culture so you can grow while delivering therapies that matter.\nBring your expertise to Gaithersburg and help deliver the next generation of cell therapies-step forward today and shape science into patient benefit!\nThe annual base pay for this position ranges from $112,304 to $168,456. Our positions offer eligibility for various incentives-an opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses, equity-based awards for salaried roles and commissions for sales roles. Benefits offered include qualified retirement programs, paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves), as well as health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans\nDate Posted\n16-Oct-2026Closing Date\n30-Oct-2026Our mission is to build an inclusive environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. In furtherance of that mission, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their protected characteristics. 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