Legend Biotech
Scientist, Immunoassays
$96K–$126K
Somerset, New Jersey, United States · Full-time · Posted Sep 23, 2026
- Experience
- PhD: 0–3 years of relevant industry experience; Master's: 6–8 years of relevant industry experience. Also states 2–6 years of hands-on biomarker and ADA assay development and validation experience.
- Education
- PhD in Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific field; or a Master's degree in a related scientific discipline.
- Visa sponsorship
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility is verified through E-Verify.
About the job
Develops, validates, and supports bioanalytical immunogenicity and biomarker assays for preclinical and clinical cell and gene therapy studies.
What you'll do
- Develop, qualify, validate, troubleshoot, and implement ligand-binding assays, including ADA and soluble biomarker assays.
- Analyze samples and data; prepare and review assay protocols, validation plans, reports, SOPs, and technical documents.
- Manage sample logistics and laboratory documentation, support method transfers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
What they ask for
- Hands-on experience with ELISA, MSD, and Luminex platforms.
- 2–6 years of hands-on biomarker and ADA assay development and validation experience.
- Experience analyzing non-clinical and clinical samples in a regulated environment; familiarity with LIMS and ELN.
- PhD in a related scientific field with 0–3 years of relevant industry experience, or a related Master's degree with 6–8 years; understanding of FDA and ICH guidelines for ligand-binding immunoassays.
Pay
$96,267 — $126,351 USD (base pay)
Tools
ELISA, MSD (Meso Scale Discovery), Luminex, LIMS, ELN
AI focus
Working knowledge of AI technologies and approved AI tools; use them responsibly to support productivity and decision-making, with human oversight and compliance with organizational policies.
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