Company Information

Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases. Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms, including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor T-cell and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy. 

Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel) in 2017. Our strategic partnership is designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of multiple myeloma.

Legend Biotech is seeking Immune-Oncology Scientist (Multiple Levels) as part of the R&D team based in Nanjing, China. 

Key Responsibilities  

• The candidate will develop innovative therapeutic approaches for adoptive immunotherapy of tumors by implementing inventive strategies integrated in the CAR-T cell platforms.
• Work as part of the research team at Legend to develop next generation CAR-T cell therapies to address hematological and solid tumor indications.
• Contribute both intellectually and experimentally to internal projects from inception through preclinical and clinical development.
• Independently design, analyze and execute in vitro and in vivo experiments.
• Lead from the lab to advance novel and differentiated cell therapy products toward clinical milestones, by working collaboratively with internal cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Communicate results clearly and concisely at internal and external meetings to contribute to daily advancement and strategic decisions.
• Present results at international conferences to foster the company’s visibility.
• Foster cross-functional collaborations both internally and externally.
• Proactively propose and assess innovative CAR T-cell based immunotherapeutic strategies to develop the company’s intellectual property.

Requirements

• PhD in immunology/cell and/or molecular biology with strong interest in oncology, excellent skills in tumor immunology; industry experience is a plus
• He/she has an outstanding track record, demonstrated by peer-reviewed scientific publications and excellent communication skills
• Strong attention to details and ability to generate high quality data within timelines to meet goals
• Strong scientific creativity and analytical thinking skills
• Excellent written/oral communication skills
• Excellent troubleshooting and multi-tasking skills, attention to detail
• A positive and professional team member with forward-looking attitude and is flexible and accountable
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment and able to multi-task and adjust workload based upon changing priorities
• Be a team player, participate in collaborative, cross-functional projects while being adept in working efficiently as an individual
• Strong background in human T-cell biology, immuno-oncology and a good knowledge of cell modification technologies (transfections/viral transductions

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Legend Biotech is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is Legend’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Legend Biotech maintains a drug-free workplace.