What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Scientist, Discovery Biology position at Evive Biotech?
Company Description Evive Biotech is a global biologics company developing a portfolio of novel biologic therapies for patients worldwide. Leveraging our proprietary technology platforms, we are advancing a pipeline of innovative drug candidates targeting oncology and inflammation.
Founded in 2004, Evive has grown to approximately 300 employees with operations in the United States, Singapore, and China.
We are seeking a highly motivated Bench Scientist, Discovery Biology to join our R&D team in Hayward, California. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the discovery of next-generation therapeutics while working in a collaborative, fast-paced, and scientifically driven environment.
Responsibilities
- Independently design, execute, troubleshoot, and interpret experiments supporting target validation, mechanism-of-action (MoA) studies, and multispecific antibody screening and characterization.
- Design, optimize, and perform a broad range of cell-based assays. Hands-on experience with multicolor flow cytometry is required. Experience with high-dimensional (spectral) flow cytometry is a plus.
- Culture and maintain primary cells and establish engineered cell lines for research applications.
- Design and perform functional immune cell assays, including immune cell co-culture, T-cell activation, cytokine secretion, proliferation, and cytotoxicity assays.
- Analyze experimental data critically, draw scientific conclusions, and effectively communicate findings to cross-functional project teams.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of experimental procedures, data, and analyses in electronic laboratory notebooks (ELNs).
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues across global research sites.
Qualifications Required
- Ph.D. in Immunology, Cell Biology, or a related life science discipline.
- Strong expertise in immunology and cell biology techniques, including:
- Multicolor flow cytometry
- Intracellular staining
- Immune cell co-culture and cytotoxicity assays
- T-cell functional assays (activation, proliferation, cytokine secretion)
- ELISA
- Primary cell culture including PBMC
- Standard molecular and biochemical techniques
- Demonstrated ability to independently design, execute, troubleshoot, and optimize experiments.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex datasets and communicate scientific findings effectively.
- Excellent organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail and accurate documentation practices.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Self-motivated, resourceful, adaptable, and able to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, timeline-driven research environment.
Preferred
- Experience in therapeutic multispecific antibody discovery, screening, characterization, and in vitro functional profiling.
- Experience in oncology and/or immunology drug discovery.
- Experience with high-dimensional (spectral) flow cytometry platforms (e.g., Cytek, BD FACSymphony).
- Experience with stable cell line generation, or lentiviral transduction is a plus.
- A strong record of scientific achievement demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, posters, or meeting abstracts.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary with annual performance bonus opportunity.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance and disability coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Generous paid time off and company holidays.
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.
- Full-time, on-site position based in Hayward, California.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Evive Biotech is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We make all employment decisions based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.