Scientist, Translational Medicine

Position Overview

Neurona Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company based in South San Francisco focused on the development of cell-based therapies for neurological diseases.

We are seeking a self-motivated and adaptable Scientist to join our Translational Medicine Team. In this role, you will play a key role in translating preclinical science to the clinic, directly guiding the delivery and administration of cellular therapeutics during patient procedures. Our ideal candidate is a self-motivated individual who can thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment and who has a passion for the clinical translation of scientific research and development.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Translational Lead for non-clinical studies including planning, dosing, enrollment, and analysis supporting clinical device development
• Lead ex vivo tissue analysis, including histology and immunohistochemistry (IHC), to support mechanism, biodistribution, and safety assessments
• Contribute towards the development of new processes for administering cellular therapeutics.
• Provide technical and scientific support to operating room and clinical staff as Neurona’s representative at clinical sites during patient enrollment activities.
• Participate in the training and technology transfer of cell transplantation procedures to clinical sites.
• Understand SOPs and contribute to continuous process improvement strategies.
• Generate scientific reports and contribute towards regulatory submissions. Present data at team meetings.
• Acquire and apply an in-depth knowledge of appropriate cell preparation processes, cell delivery procedures, and clinical trial protocols.
• Manage equipment and material inventories throughout studies.
• Demonstrate strong follow-through, closure of responsibilities and assignments.
• Travel to clinical sites is required (approximately 50% effort)
  
  

Qualifications

• PhD in Neuroscience or Biomedical Engineering (or related field) or
• Master’s in Neuroscience or Biomedical Engineering; with a minimum of 5 years related work experience
• Expertise in ex vivo tissue analysis, including histology and immunohistochemistry
• Preferred experience in cell transplantation in preclinical and/or clinical settings
• Understanding of clinical or non-clinical delivery methods and technologies
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to work in MRI and OR environments.
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently when traveling to clinical sites.
• A learning mindset, open to becoming an expert across multiple therapeutic areas
• Adaptable and flexible, ability to adjust to multiple demands and shifting priorities.
• Self-motivated with a sound work ethic, initiative, intellectual curiosity, and a desire to acquire new technical skills.
  
  

This job description is not exhaustive and not intended to cover all activities of the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Interested in joining a cutting-edge team dedicated to advancing cell-based therapies for neurological diseases? Neurona is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment.

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