What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Scientist (In Vivo/Flow Cytometry) position at R&D Partners?
We are seeking an Associate Scientist to join the In Vivo Pharmacology team. You will conduct ex vivo analyses related to in vivo studies in mice. The candidate will join an established group, playing a key role in providing a mechanistic understanding for in vivo pre-clinical studies in support of multiple programs utilizing engineered human chimeric antigen receptor T cells (CAR T cells).
This is a 9 month contract based in Foster City, CA.
Responsibilities
- Characterization of immune parameters such as cell expansion and phenotype, from ex vivo blood samples from pre-clinical mouse studies with engineered human CAR T cells.
- Process and analyze ex vivo blood samples through flow cytometry, molecular biology and other analytical techniques.
- Check antigen expression by flow cytometry of tumor cell lines for use in in vivo studies.
- Work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
- Present and participate in project team meetings and cross-departmental team meetings.
- Share core values such as passion, teamwork, integrity and trust.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Biology or related discipline and 4 years of scientific experience, or Master’s Degree in Biology or related discipline and 2 years of scientific experience.
- Experience with multi-color flow cytometry and complex fluorochrome-conjugated antibody panels.
- Immunology background, with experience in phenotypic analysis of multiple human immune cell populations and markers of activation/exhaustion.
- Experience in data analysis software including FlowJo, GraphPad Prism and BD FACSDiva.
- Experience in additional molecular biology techniques such as ddPCR.
- Demonstrated ability to independently conduct analyses while working efficiently as part of a team.
- Ability to multi-task, perform work with a high degree of integrity and attention to detail, and be part of an exciting fast-paced scientific environment.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, thorough record keeping skills (documentation and electronic lab notebook, Benchling).
- Strong ability to troubleshoot independently and to provide high-quality results through critical analysis and interpretation, excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Pay
- $35.62-$44.53/hr
Why Choose R&D Partners?
As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical insurance – PPO, HMO & HSA
- Dental & Vision insurance
- 401k plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Long-term disability
- Weekly payroll
- Expense reimbursement
- Online timecard approval
R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.
R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.
Salary : $36 - $45