As a Senior Scientist, Translational Science, you will play a key scientific leadership role in driving and coordinating day-to-day non-clinical research activities across WhiteLab
Genomics’ programs. Reporting to the Head of Translational Science, you will contribute to the design, the validation, and the advancement of non-clinical strategies supporting the development of next-generation gene and cell therapies.
This role involves leading and contributing to preclinical studies aimed at validating internal technology and novel biological assets, including viral and non-viral vectors, cell-type– specific expression cassettes, and in silico models.
Your work will directly support critical go/no-go decisions and the progression of WhiteLab’s therapeutic portfolio.
You will work in close collaboration with internal cross-functional teams, particularly
computational biology and platform scientists, as well as external partners and CROs, to
ensure the robust design, execution, and interpretation of non-clinical studies. Beyond
execution, you will bring senior scientific judgment, ensuring data quality, translational
relevance, and alignment with program objectives in a fast-evolving gene and cell therapy landscape.
Here’s How You’ll Make an Impact
Non-Clinical Study Design & Execution
• Proactively contribute to the design, the planning, and the execution of studies to
characterize and validate molecular libraries and engineered vectors, focusing on
critical parameters such as transduction efficiency, biodistribution, and expression
specificity.
• Collaborate with teams to identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies
to ensure project continuity and success.
• Explore and propose cutting-edge experimental technologies to enhance molecular
characterization and advance assets to the preclinical stage.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and external collaborators to ensure
studies are executed in alignment with WhiteLab Genomics' project management
standards and best practices.
We’re looking for someone who thrives on solving complex challenges, takes ownership of their work, and actively contributes to advancing our scientific programs.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with WhiteLab’s computational scientists to integrate insights from in silico
drug design pipelines into experimental designs and datasets.
• Coordinate experimental work outsourced to external partners, ensuring timely and
successful execution.
• Collaborate with internal departments to align experimental research with broader
company goals and objectives.
Data Analysis & Reporting
• Work closely with computational scientists to analyze and interpret experimental
data, generating actionable insights to drive scientific and strategic decision-
making.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, presentations, and publications to communicate
findings effectively to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of data across all research activities.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
• Stay informed about industry trends and advancements in gene and cell therapy
delivery, proposing the integration of the latest innovations into non-clinical
research activities.
