Research Scientist Fibrosis Biology II

Foster, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Overview:

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. The below job opportunity is with one of our Biotech clients who researches develop and commercializes drugs. The company focuses primarily on antiviral drugs used in the treatment of HIV hepatitis B hepatitis C and influenza including Harvoni and Sovaldi.

Position: Research Scientist - Fibrosis Biology II

Location: Foster City CA

Duration: 12 Months

Job Type: Temporary Assignment

Work Type: Onsite

Job Description:

Client is 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 novel 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

Masters degree with 5 years of experience or Bachelors 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.

TekWissen Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.

Overview: TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. The below job opportunity is with one of our Biotech clients who researches develop and commercializes drugs. The company focuses ...