| Location | Philadelphia, PA |
Reporting to the Vice President, Preclinical Research, we are seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Principal Scientist. The successful candidate will work in discovery research as a molecular biology and gene delivery subject matter expert, collaborating cross-functionally with other teams within discovery research (Cellular Immunology, Pharmacology, CMC, etc) and more broadly with other departments in Cabaletta to establish a product pipeline and to support preclinical IND enabling studies. They will oversee and lead a team of individuals tasked with developing and implementing molecular biological assays and reagents and will oversee the use of these assays to assess both novel and existing platforms. Responsibilities: Management of a team of employees that are responsible for executing R&D experiments, designing and implementing assays, and supporting reagent production to enable short and long-term success. Support new preclinical discovery projects by working closely with scientists in the lab to design and execute critical experiments. Oversee the planning, timely execution, and interpretation of team laboratory work, per program timelines. Assist in identifying critical resources needed to meet discovery research objectives, including people, equipment, supplies, and space. Collaborate with cross-functional peers/ senior management to set team objectives, gain alignment, communicate results and project status, and meet company objectives. Actively contribute to process improvements and the implementation of new technologies by being a subject matter expert in the field of molecular biology and gene delivery. Qualifications: