United Therapeutics Corporation
Senior Scientist, HLA/SLA Laboratory & R&D
United Therapeutics Corporation, Morrisville, North Carolina, United States, 27560
Senior Scientist, HLA/SLA Laboratory & R&D
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United Therapeutics Corporation Who We Are We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation. Our purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through innovative therapies and technologies that expand transplantable organ availability. United Therapeutics (Nasdaq: UTHR) develops treatments for rare, deadly diseases, with six FDA-approved therapies for conditions like PAH and neuroblastoma. We aim to create manufactured organs to address the organ shortage crisis, striving for an unlimited supply of transplantable organs to eliminate waiting lists. Who You Are The Senior Scientist oversees our HLA/SLA (Human and Swine Leukocyte Antigen) laboratory, including assay development, validation, training, and regulatory readiness. You bring expertise in molecular typing, antibody testing, flow cytometry, cell culture, and supervisory experience in a CLIA/CAP environment, with a strong research background. Clinical Laboratory Oversight: Manage HLA/SLA typing, antibody screening, and compatibility testing Develop and validate assays Maintain QC/QA documentation and regulatory compliance Support and train technologists and junior scientists Research & Development Leadership: Lead R&D projects on SLA typing technologies, including NGS and Nanopore Supervise novel assay development Collaborate on grants, publications, and tech transfer Strategic & Administrative: Contribute to budget, staffing, and planning Manage team performance, coaching, and mentoring Represent the lab in meetings and conferences Perform high-resolution typing, antibody screening, crossmatches, and cell culture assays Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s in biochemistry, chemistry, biology, or related; 10+ years of experience; or Master’s with 8+ years; or PhD with 5+ years 5+ years in a high-complexity clinical lab with leadership experience Experience with HLA/SLA typing technologies (NGS, Nanopore, PCR-SSP, flow cytometry) Research productivity, assay development, and grant experience Knowledge of clinical and animal immunogenetics regulations Previous managerial experience Strong data analysis and bioinformatics skills Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) Experience in xenotransplantation or swine immunogenetics Experience with R&D commercialization pathways Job Location Onsite in Morrisville, NC, with up to 25% travel in the first year. We are committed to innovation, diversity, and supporting our employees through comprehensive benefits. Visit our benefits page for more info. United Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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United Therapeutics Corporation Who We Are We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation. Our purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through innovative therapies and technologies that expand transplantable organ availability. United Therapeutics (Nasdaq: UTHR) develops treatments for rare, deadly diseases, with six FDA-approved therapies for conditions like PAH and neuroblastoma. We aim to create manufactured organs to address the organ shortage crisis, striving for an unlimited supply of transplantable organs to eliminate waiting lists. Who You Are The Senior Scientist oversees our HLA/SLA (Human and Swine Leukocyte Antigen) laboratory, including assay development, validation, training, and regulatory readiness. You bring expertise in molecular typing, antibody testing, flow cytometry, cell culture, and supervisory experience in a CLIA/CAP environment, with a strong research background. Clinical Laboratory Oversight: Manage HLA/SLA typing, antibody screening, and compatibility testing Develop and validate assays Maintain QC/QA documentation and regulatory compliance Support and train technologists and junior scientists Research & Development Leadership: Lead R&D projects on SLA typing technologies, including NGS and Nanopore Supervise novel assay development Collaborate on grants, publications, and tech transfer Strategic & Administrative: Contribute to budget, staffing, and planning Manage team performance, coaching, and mentoring Represent the lab in meetings and conferences Perform high-resolution typing, antibody screening, crossmatches, and cell culture assays Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s in biochemistry, chemistry, biology, or related; 10+ years of experience; or Master’s with 8+ years; or PhD with 5+ years 5+ years in a high-complexity clinical lab with leadership experience Experience with HLA/SLA typing technologies (NGS, Nanopore, PCR-SSP, flow cytometry) Research productivity, assay development, and grant experience Knowledge of clinical and animal immunogenetics regulations Previous managerial experience Strong data analysis and bioinformatics skills Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) Experience in xenotransplantation or swine immunogenetics Experience with R&D commercialization pathways Job Location Onsite in Morrisville, NC, with up to 25% travel in the first year. We are committed to innovation, diversity, and supporting our employees through comprehensive benefits. Visit our benefits page for more info. United Therapeutics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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