D. or equivalent advanced degree in the Life Sciences + No experience necessary **Preferred Qualifications:** + Extensive experience with in vitro technologies typically employed to engineer T cells, followed by functionality assessment including but not limited to viral transduction, targeted gene editing, Incucyte-based readouts, and PCR + Expertise in multi-parameter flow cytometry (12-plus colors) and immune cell functional assays (e.g., proliferation, cytokine production, cytotoxicity, imaging) + Experience with analysis of next generation sequencing/large gene expression datasets using a programming language is highly desired + Skilled at critical and probabilistic thinking, able to apply prior experience and theoretical knowledge to identify and solve complex scientific problems + Self-motivated and focused with project management-oriented thinking; able to work on multiple projects in a matrix environment + Ability to work productively as both team member and as individual contributor + Strong interpersonal skills and willingness to collaborate within cross-functional teams; skilled at listening to and coordinating with colleagues in a matrixed environment + Ability to conceptualize and communicate the broader impact of personal activities to other projects and teammates + Strong organizational skills to ensure thorough and timely documentation of experiments and preparation of data for compiling reports \#LI-Onsite If you come across a role that intrigues you but doesn't perfectly line up with your resume, we encourage you to apply anyway. **Work-life benefits include:** Paid Time Off + US Exempt Employees: flexible time off (unlimited, with manager approval, 11 paid national holidays (not applicable to employees in Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico or Rayzebio employees) + Phoenix, AZ, Puerto Rico and Rayzebio Exempt, Non-Exempt, Hourly Employees: 160 hours annual paid vacation for new hires with manager approval, 11 national holidays, and 3 optional holidays Based on eligibility*, additional time off for employees may include unlimited paid sick time, up to 2 paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, and military needs and an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas and New Years Day.