Scientist II, CMC Pipeline Innovation
Legend Biotech US · Somerset, New Jersey, United States
Posted 16 days ago
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 16 days Legend Biotech US's roles stay open a median of 40 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 0% of Legend Biotech US's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Legend Biotech US
- high 36 stale, 2 reposted of 79 open
- Hiring momentum
- 125 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Legend Biotech US's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Legend Biotech US.
About this role
The Scientist II, CMC Pipeline Innovation at Legend Biotech is responsible for advancing manufacturing and analytical technologies in the development of cell and gene therapies. This role involves executing process and analytical studies, generating data to evaluate technologies, and supporting the integration of new methods into manufacturing workflows. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to communicate findings and facilitate technology transfer.
- benefits
- 5/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Legend Biotech US as an employer.
What you need
- Ph.D. in Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Virology, Immunology, or a related field with 0-3 years of relevant experience preferred
- Strong hands-on experience with key manufacturing unit operations, including stirred-tank bioreactor operation, TFF, sterile filtration, and chromatography for biologics or advanced therapy products
- Strong understanding of viral vector manufacturing processes, gene delivery technologies, associated analytical methodologies, and molecular biology techniques
- Advanced Proficiency of Microsoft applications (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experience utilizing biostatistical tools and experimental design methodologies, including JMP (DoE), and GraphPad Prism to support process optimization, technology development, and data interpretation
- English language proficiency required
Nice to have
- Prior experience with lentiviral vector (LVV) processes and associated analytical tools
- Familiarity with artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and other data-driven approaches applied to bioprocess development
- Exposure to or experience with biophysical and analytical characterization methodologies, including HPLC, UHPLC, LC-MS/MS, Raman spectroscopy, and related techniques
- Mandarin language proficiency
What you get
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one
- Eight (8) weeks of paid parental leave after three (3) months of employment
- Paid time off policy including vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and eleven (11) company holidays
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- Life and AD&D insurance
Worth weighing
- No salary listed, but a pay range is provided
- Role involves significant hands-on lab work and technical decision-making
- Requires independent management of day-to-day work and project deliverables
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States
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Listed by Legend Biotech US on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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