Associate Scientist, Cell Biology
Kite Pharma•Foster City, CA
•$109,650 - $141,900•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking an Associate Scientist to join Kite’s In Vivo Pharmacology team in Foster City and more specifically the group responsible to 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 chimeric antigen receptor T-cell (CAR) programs.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree and 4 Years’ Experience OR Masters' Degree and 2 Years’ Experience
Nice To Haves
- MS or BS Degree in Biology-related field required; Degree in Immunology or Cell Biology is preferred
- 3+ years of experience with multi-color flow cytometry, complex fluorochrome-conjugated antibody panels, quantitative PCR (qPCR) and/or digital droplet PCR (ddPCR) assay
- Immunology background, with experience in phenotypic analysis of multiple immune cell populations
- Experience developing, optimizing qPCR and/or ddPCR assays for research applications
- Hands-on experience with protein-based assay platforms, including ELISA, Luminex/MSD
- Experience in data analysis software including FlowJo and GraphPad Prism
- Strong cell culture and aseptic technique
- 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), strong ability to troubleshoot independently and to provide high-quality results through critical analysis and interpretation, excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Responsibilities
- Characterization of immune parameters such as cell expansion, distribution and phenotype, cytokine profile, from ex vivo samples (blood, plasma, serum, tumor, tissues) from pre-clinical mouse studies
- Process and analyze ex vivo samples through flow cytometry, molecular biology and other analytical techniques
- Culture tumor cell lines and primary cells for characterization by flow cytometry/ digital droplet PCR (ddPCR) assay
- 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
Benefits
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Discretionary stock-based long-term incentives
- Paid time off
- Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
