About the role
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, T-cell receptor (TCR-T), and natural killer (NK) cell-based immunotherapy. From our three R&D sites around the world, we apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of safe, efficacious and cutting-edge therapeutics for patients worldwide.
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). 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 an Exploratory Technology Intern as part of the Research and Development team based in Philadelphia, PA.
Role Overview
The Exploratory Technology intern will support the developing og in vivo CAR-T therapies for the treatment of blood disorders. The summer intern will have a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in in vitro high-throughput lead selection, as well as to contribute to large-scale data analysis from both in vitro and in vivo studies, where proficiency in Python or R would be highly beneficial to the team.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and monitor routine mammalian cell line cultures, ensuring optimal growth conditions and cell health.
- Help perform cell-based functional assays to evaluate drug candidates.
- Support viral vector production, including packaging and titration.
- Analyze and interpret datasets from high-throughput binder screening experiments.
- Maintain accurate, detailed, and organized experimental records and study reports.
- Communicate findings to the research team.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate 4 year program.
- Desire to grow in research and exploratory technology.
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Please note: These benefits are offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees. Contractors are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of Legend Biotech to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state or local laws or ordinances.
Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company.
Aplyr's read
Legend Biotech pioneers cell therapies for cancer, attracting specialists in research, clinical development, and strategic alliances to advance groundbreaking treatments.
What's promising
- •Legend Biotech is at the forefront of cell therapy innovation for cancer treatment.
- •The company offers diverse roles from research to strategic alliances, appealing to a wide range of professionals.
- •Strong focus on clinical development and commercialization of advanced therapies.
What to watch
- •Biotechnology sector faces high regulatory scrutiny, impacting timelines and costs.
- •Intense competition in the cell therapy space may affect market share.
- •Dependence on successful clinical trials for future growth and stability.
Why Legend Biotech
- •Specializes in innovative CAR-T cell therapies for cancer.
- •Operates globally, providing opportunities for international collaboration and growth.
- •Focuses on both research and commercialization, bridging scientific discovery with market application.
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About Legend Biotech
Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company focused on developing and commercializing innovative cell therapies for cancer treatment.
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