Technical & Pipeline Development Intern
Company: Legend Biotech
Location: Somerset
Posted on: February 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Legend Biotech is a global biotechnology company dedicated to
treating, and one day curing, life-threatening diseases.
Headquartered in Somerset, New Jersey, we are developing advanced
cell therapies across a diverse array of technology platforms,
including autologous and allogenic chimeric antigen receptor
T-cell, T-cell receptor (TCR-T), and natural killer (NK) cell-based
immunotherapy. From our three R&D sites around the world, we
apply these innovative technologies to pursue the discovery of
safe, efficacious and cutting-edge therapeutics for patients
worldwide. Legend Biotech entered into a global collaboration
agreement with Janssen, one of the pharmaceutical companies of
Johnson & Johnson, to jointly develop and commercialize
ciltacabtagene autolecuel (cilta-cel). Our strategic partnership is
designed to combine the strengths and expertise of both companies
to advance the promise of an immunotherapy in the treatment of
multiple myeloma. Legend Biotech is seeking a Technical & Pipeline
Development Intern as part of the Research & Early Development team
based in Somerset, NJ . Role Overview The Technical and Pipeline
Development Intern will support laboratory experiments related to
lentiviral vector development and immune cell transduction. This
role involves hands-on bench work and data analysis, contributing
to innovative cellular therapy projects. Key Responsibilities
Perform plasmid transfection and lentivirus packaging. Conduct
physical and functional titration of lentivirus. Execute lentivirus
transduction of PBMCs or other cell types. Perform flow cytometry
assays to assess transduction efficiency. Analyze and interpret
experimental data; present results to manager and team.
Requirements College student with coursework in cell biology or
immunology. Interest in cellular therapy and new technologies.
Ability to commit to lab bench work (70%) and desk work (30%).
Familiarity with cell culture, virus packaging, ELISA, and flow
cytometry preferred. Desired Academic Grade Level: Senior; Graduate
Student Preferred Majors: Cell Biology, Immunobiology,
Biochemistry, Bioengineering Skills You’ll Gain Cell culture and
transfection techniques. Lentivirus packaging and titration. Flow
cytometry and data analysis using FlowJo and GraphPad. Li-JR1
Li-Contract Benefits Benefits include medical, dental, and vision
insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
that vests fully on day one. We offer eight (8) weeks of paid
parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a
paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time,
sick time, floating holidays, and eleven (11) company holidays.
Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings
accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term
disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such
as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity
insurance. We also provide commuter benefits, family planning and
care resources, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer
recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to
building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and
inspired to do their best work. Please note: These benefits are
offered exclusively to permanent full-time employees. Contract
employees are not eligible for benefits through Legend Biotech. EEO
Statement It is the policy of Legend Biotech to provide equal
employment opportunities without regard to actual or perceived
race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry,
citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy,
childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender
identity or gender expression (including transgender status),
sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran
status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected
characteristic under applicable federal, state or local laws or
ordinances. Employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time
with or without cause or notice by the employee or the company.
Legend may adjust base salary or other discretionary compensation
at any time based on individual, team, performance, or market
conditions. For information related to our privacy policy, please
review: Legend Biotech Privacy Policy.
Keywords: Legend Biotech, Scranton , Technical & Pipeline Development Intern, Science, Research & Development , Somerset, Pennsylvania
