At Vertex, we invest in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases. Our growing Molecular Profiling team is seeking a Senior Scientist, Flow Cytometry to provide deep technical expertise in flow cytometry and cellular profiling to support discovery, translational, and development programs. This role will lead and drive the generation of high-dimensional insights into cell phenotype, function, and biology that help inform mechanism of action, biomarker strategies, patient stratification, and program decision-making.
The successful candidate will independently own cytometry workstreams across multiple programs and contribute to the scientific direction of molecular profiling efforts.
The ideal candidate is a highly motivated scientist with strong experience in multiparameter and high-dimensional flow cytometry (spectral flow), cell sorting, and immunophenotyping and a proven ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced research environment.
$124,200 - $186,400
The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.
On-Site Designated
In this On-Site designated role, you will work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility. Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.
#LI-OnsiteVertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious diseases and has made significant advancements in cystic fibrosis, sickle cell disease, transfusion-dependent beta thalassemia, and acute pain — and continues to progress clinical and research programs in these diseases. We also have a robust clinical pipeline of investigational therapies across a range of modalities in other serious diseases where we have deep insight into causal human biology, including acute and neuropathic pain, APOL1-mediated kidney disease, IgA nephropathy, autosomal dominant polycystic kidney disease, type 1 diabetes and myotonic dystrophy type 1. Our global headquarters is in Boston, and we have research and development (R&D) sites and commercial offices worldwide. Vertex is consistently recognized as one of the industry’s top places to work by Science Magazine, The Boston Globe, Boston Business Journal and the San Diego Business Journal. We have also earned a spot on TIME Most Influential Companies, TIME Best Inventions, and Fast Company Most Innovative Companies lists. Our research and medicines have received esteemed recognitions, including the Robert J. Beall Therapeutics Development Award, the Prix Galien, the Scrip Award and the Breakthrough Prize awards. Read our community guidelines: https://www.vrtx.com/vertexs-community-guidelines/
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