Sr Research Associate, Analytical Ops

Were here for one reason and one reason only to cure cancer. Every moment is dedicated to developing treatments and every action moves us one step closer to our goal. Weve made incredible scientific breakthroughs and our pioneering personalized CAR T-cell therapies have changed the paradigm. But were not finished yet.

Join Kite as we make even bigger advances in cancer therapies and help shape where our business and medical science goes next.

We believe every employee deserves a great leader. People Leaders are the cornerstone to the employee experience at Gilead and Kite. As a people leader now or in the future you are the key driver in evolving our culture and creating an environment where every employee feels included developed and empowered to fulfil their aspirations. Join Kite and help create more tomorrows.

Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Execute ELISA and/or PCR testing on a regular basis in support of process development and product characterization

• Perform data analysis data reporting and further statistical analysis with advanced analysis software

• Assist in notebook review and data verification to support ALCOA principles and data integrity

• Implement reagent titration lot-checking/verification and maintain proficiency testing database

• Support transfer of ELISA and/or PCR assays from method developers to the analytical testing group

• Write review and edit technical documents

• Assist in developing qualifying executing and documenting PCR methods to study and characterize processes for production of T cell therapies

• Provide user training on instruments sample analysis and cross-train analysts on analytical methods

• Project lead for improvement projects (i.e. Operational Excellence) within the team

• Independently plans and executes experiments that support development activities and project goals.

• Demonstrates and applies advanced level of understanding project goals and methods.

• Selects appropriate methods and techniques in performing methods development.

• Recommends alternatives researches new methods and techniques and proactively seek out senior personnel to discuss potential solutions to problems.

• Participates in group meetings. Presents results of work interprets data and draws conclusions regarding presented material and nature of work.

• Works with minimal supervision on projects of moderate to complex scope.

• Uses good verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills to provide insight into the processes used to achieve results of assigned tasks.

• Prepares validation protocols and reports or analytical development reports.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of ELISA or PCR method development and technical knowledge of instruments method controls and experience with reagent inventory management systems

• Basic knowledge in analytical techniques such as qPCR ddPCR ELISA microbiology and cell-based assay techniques

• Proficiency with aseptic technique

• Knowledge of general lab assays (e.g. Cell Culture ELISA Flow Cytometry Molecular Biology) and proficient hands-on experience

• Understand deep characterization of patient materials product knowledge and process characterization

• Demonstrated ability in developing methods techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results and interpreting experimental results

• Ability to follow laboratory procedures with attention to detail and successfully execute experiments at the lab bench

• Ability to think critically demonstrate troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

• Previous experience with other technologies is a plus

• Proficency with Microsoft Word Excel Power Point Smartsheet Prism JMP and other data analysis applications

• Highly collaborative with excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to think critically with demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced company environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload/assignments based upon changing priorities

• Self-motivated detail-oriented and willing to accept responsibilities outside of initial job description

Basic Qualifications:

• 2 years of experience with a BA or BS degree in Chemistry or Biology.

OR

• 0 years of experience with MS degree in Chemistry or Biology.

The salary range for this position is: $86275.00 - $111650.00. Kite considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation including experience qualifications and geographic location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus discretionary stock-based long-term incentives (eligibility may vary based on role) paid time off and a benefits package. Benefits include company-sponsored medical dental vision and life insurance plans*.

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Eligible employees may participate in benefit plans subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

Kite is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the development of innovative cancer immunotherapies with a goal of providing rapid long-term durable response and eliminating the burden of chronic care. The company is focused on chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) and T cell receptor (TCR) engineered cell therapies designed to empower the immune systems ability to recognize and kill tumors. Kite is based in Santa Monica CA. For more information on Kite please visit . Sign up to follow @KitePharma on Twitter at jobs in the United States:

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