Contract-Research Technician 1

Xencor is a public clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company located in the Los Angeles area (Pasadena) and in San Diego. Our focus is developing high-potential XmAb bispecific T-cell engagers and additional engineered drug candidates that leverage our differentiated technology platforms and we are advancing our pipeline toward clinical proof-of-concept decisions. Our goal is to create high-impact therapeutics for patients with cancer and other serious diseases. More than 20 XmAb drug candidates engineered with our technology are in clinical development and three XmAb medicines have been marketed by partners. For more information please visit . We have an excellent opportunity for aContractor-Research Technician 1 to join our position is an on-site position at our Pasadena CA. locationSummary: On a contract basis responsible for providing support and contributing to daily sample management and laboratory operations in the Nonclinical & Bioanalytical Development Duties Include: Assists in organizing filing aliquoting shipping and receiving laboratory samples specimens and/or reagents (including cell banks)Assists and supports research personnel as directedMay prepare buffers according to established protocolsMay order and stock lab supplies promptly alerting supervisory personnel of impending supply shortages and reorder amountsMay maintain and calibrate equipment related to functionMaintains and organizes compliant records and documents daily activities as directed; may document results in the electronic laboratory notebook (e.g. Benchling)Communicates data or information as necessary to supervisor and/or team membersMaintains a clean and organized laboratory spaceay be required to use data analysis packages such as SoftMax Pro GraphPad Prism JMP and/or Benchling depending on assigned functional areaRequired to use Microsoft Office (e.g. Outlook PowerPoint Excel Word Teams SharePoint OneDrive) and may use SmartsheetPromptly reports any work-related issues or abnormalities to supervisory staff Participates in training sessions staff meetings and continuing education activities as neededAdheres to all department and company-wide policies regarding conduct performance protocols and proceduresPerforms other duties as requires a high school diploma or GED with classes in Chemistry and Algebra are preferred; associate degree in life sciences is preferred. Some prior related work experience is also requires:Ability to learn and proficiently use software and data analysis packages required for the jobAbility to learn relevant scientific techniques (e.g. volumetric measures calculations)Ability to follow and carry out directions accurately and efficientlyAbility to work and be flexible in a fast-paced goal-oriented multi-project environmentDetail orientation and good documentation practices including ability to maintain detailed records and inventoryStrong team orientationStrong oral and written communication skillsAbility to work alternative work schedules including weekends as necessaryAbility to adapt to changing prioritiesAbility to work in a research environment which may require contact with animalsAbility to demonstrate competencies applicable for job based on Xencors Leadership Competency Requirements for Laboratory and Research Related JobsThis role may involve work with experimental subjects and/or specimens including infected samples plus various Hazardous Materials and infectious agents (Bloodborne Pathogens or other potentially infections materials (OPIMs). Therefore the following are also required:Ability to follow the established Environmental Health & Safety rules procedures and/or BioSafety GuidelinesAbility to read and understand Safety Data Sheets (SDSs)Ability to be available and willing to work some weekends and evenings to conduct and complete experimentsKnowledge of biosafety techniques and aseptic/gowning practicesExperience with laboratory safety standards and procedures including biohazard handling and disposal techniques and the ability to ensure laboratory compliance with required safety regulationsExperience working with biological and chemical hazards infectious agents bloodborne pathogens and animal allergensExperience working in and maintaining a sterile environmentExperience working with chemical and biological hazards Thorough knowledge of the operation and maintenance of various lab equipment such as microscopes centrifuges spectrophotometers balances pH meters and electrophoresis equipment freezers and incubators. Expected Hourly Rate: $20.25/hr. 26.40/ with Disabilities Act (ADA) StatementThe Company will provide reasonable accommodations (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with the application process upon your request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process please contact perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential Employment Opportunity (EEO) StatementThe Company is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex sexual orientation gender or gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal does not accept profiles or resumes from recruiting vendors without a binding written agreement. Any unsolicited submission of services and or resumes in no way creates an obligation or duty by Xencor implied or otherwise.