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Research Scientist - Fibrosis Biology II
Job Description
Location: Foster City, CA
Contract Duration: 12 Months
Pay Range: $50.00 - $57.00 USD hourly on W2
Summary
Seeking a talented and highly motivated Senior associate Scientist/Scientist to join our Immuno-oncology group. Our collaborative and interdisciplinary research team utilizes state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies to advance medicines into the clinic. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the discovery, research, and development of Client immunotherapeutic agents to address unmet medical needs of cancer patients. S/he/they will have opportunities for career growth through acquisition of new skills and professional relationships in a fast-paced and resource-rich environment.
Key Responsibilities
Independently execute in vitro and in vivo immunological assays, with study design, data analysis, and interpretation conducted under scientific guidance to support drug candidate initiation and advancement.
Proactively evaluate new technologies and develop new assays to accelerate early-stage discovery activities and/or enhance our understanding of disease mechanisms
Manage multiple projects simultaneously and work cross-functionally with colleagues in the oncology, protein engineering, chemistry, translational medicine, biomarker and clinical groups
Presents research findings and recommendations to senior staff and contribute to preparation of research reports, manuscripts, INDs, and patent filings
Knowledge, Experience and Skills
Master's degree with 5+ years of experience, or Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of experience in immunology, immuno-oncology, cell biology, molecular biology, or biochemistry in industry or academia.
Direct experience in research drug discovery and target identification/validation in oncology or immuno-oncology is highly desirable.
Solid understanding of fundamental immunology concepts, including innate and adaptive immunity, antigen presentation, cytokine signaling, and immune regulation.
Proficiency in primary T cell-based functional assays such as activation, proliferation and cytotoxicity.
Experience in conducting and optimizing cell-based assays, as well as performing studies to assess immune responses in human and animal models (including whole blood, PBMCs, and various primary cell subsets).
Hands-on experience in general molecular and cell biology methods, including mammalian cell culture, multi-color flow cytometry, western blot, ELISA/Luminex/MSD, and CRISPR technology.
Highly organized, with demonstrated rigor in documenting experimental design, execution, and data analysis.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.
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