Research Scientist, Singapore

About Us Cirrus Therapeutics is an ocular immunology-focused biotech revolutionizing the treatment of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and other chronic blinding diseases with groundbreaking cell and gene therapies to preserve sight, extend ocular healthspan, and enable a better quality of life as people age.
Position Overview We are seeking a highly motivated Scientist with an outcome-driven mindset who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate possesses experience in cell and gene therapy and expertise in molecular biology to join our innovative biotech team. The successful candidate will contribute to the development and optimization of our therapeutic programs and assets in a close-knit global team, and will work on projects under preclinical development during this traineeship.
Key Responsibilities Research & Development Design, execute, and analyze in vitro and in vivo experiments related to cell and gene therapy assets, including viral vector development, cell engineering, and therapeutic payload optimization Develop and optimize molecular biology techniques including PCR, qRT-PCR, Western blot and immunocytochemistry, and cell-based functional assays
Collaboration & Communication Work cross-functionally across global sites, able to attend cross-site meetings in some evenings Present research findings at internal meetings and contribute to scientific publications and patents Maintain detailed electronic laboratory notebooks and ensure data integrity Contribute to future regulatory filings and technical reports
Lab Organization & Management Maintain compliance with safety protocols and regulatory guidelines Keep accurate and organized laboratory notebooks and electronic records Maintain laboratory inventory and order supplies proactively
Required Qualifications PhD degree in biology-related field Proficiency in aseptic technique, mammalian cell culture and molecular biology fundamentals and techniques; expertise in -omics is a plus Experience in cell or gene therapy preferred, understanding of ocular biology and/or immunology is a plus Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Versatile team player with ability to work and troubleshoot independently and collaboratively Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills