Translational Reseach Scientist I/II

Who we are looking for:

Vor Bio is seeking a highly motivated scientist to join the Pre-Clinical and Translational Biology (PTB) team. The Translational Research Scientist will lead clinical assay development and perform data analysis. This is a full-time position onsite and will report to the Associate Director of Translational Biology. 

Key areas of responsibilities:

• Perform routine wet-lab sample processing and analysis of clinical samples employing cell biology, molecular biology, flow-based, and LBA assays.
• Participate in designing experiments, executing, data interpretation, and leading troubleshooting.
• Lead the clinical assay development/ validation/ qualification to appropriate regulatory standards and ensure the readiness of assays for clinical testing.
• Reiew data generated by the 3rd party labs, perform QC checks of lab reports and resolve data quality or reporting issues with the vendor. 
• Performs data analysis and prepares figures for data presentations at meetings. 
• Effectively provide day-to-day vendor oversight and ensures quality translational data generation by 3rd party labs. Proactively identify issues, implement solutions, and escalate, if necessary, to appropriate internal stakeholders. 
• Work in collaboration with the Clinical team for Translational-related activities.
• Assist with the selection and contracting of specialty labs and biobanking facilities. 
• Assist with developing content for abstracts, posters, manuscripts, and regulatory submissions. 
• Participates in drafting SOPs, working instructions, test methods, study protocols, and technical reports.

Skills and requirements: 

• Ph.D. in life science with 1-2 years of relevant work experience 
• Wet-lab experience is required. Experience with flow cytometry and LBA assays are a must. Experience with molecular assays and gene sequencing data is a plus. 
• Basic knowledge of the drug development process and translational research is a plus.
• Detail-oriented, critical thinker, analytical, organized, great communication skills, and strong troubleshooting and problem-solving ability
• Ability to work independently but within a highly cross-functional environment
• Must be adaptable, accountable, enthusiastic, and have a strong work ethics