Research Associate I, Analytical Development
ImmunityBio, Inc.•San Diego, CA
•$71,000 - $78,000•Onsite
About The Position
The Research Associate I will work as part of the Process and Analytical team at ImmunityBio to support adoptive cell therapy projects. The role will assist in developing and transferring robust analytical test methods for cell therapy projects. The position will be responsible for supporting the laboratory operations and data analysis using statistical tools to support cell therapy projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or biomedical engineering with 1+ years of experience in a research lab setting required; or Master’s degree in biological sciences or biomedical engineering required
- Basic skills in aseptic/sterile techniques and prior laboratory experience preferred.
- Competency in computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Power point).
- Self-motivated, team player and willing to accept temporary responsibilities outside of initial job description.
- Attention to detail, quick learner, and organized person.
- Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Comfortable in a fast-paced small company environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities.
- Proven ability to be highly productive and successful in a high pace work environment with excellent attention to details and meticulous bench
Nice To Haves
- Previous training in handling and maintaining mammalian cell culture in a BSL2 laboratory is plus.
- Previous training in data analysis is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Assist analytical assays- cell health assays, biochemical assays, Mycoplasma testing, Endotoxin, and ELISAs (as needed).
- Conduct immunological (plate-based and/or flow cytometry) assays to support the characterization of NK cells.
- Perform cell culture activities as needed to maintain effector and target cells.
- Assist and perform Immunogenicity assays using different platforms (ELISA, MSD) and T-cell assays (Proliferation assays, ELISpot).
- Generate and organize analytical data using software like Excel, and JMP for data trending.
- Support clinical data integrity and regulatory compliance through maintaining thorough records on data-related activities including data migration, transfer, calculation, conversion, data template revision etc.
- Analyze and document experimental data in laboratory notebooks in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with the company guidelines
- Perform general duties (BSC cleaning, Incubator sterilization, water bath cleaning) to support safe and efficient operation of the lab, as required
- Performs ad-hoc and cross-functional duties and/or projects assigned to support business needs and provide developmental opportunities.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental and Vision Plan Options
- Health and Financial Wellness Programs
- Employer Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company Paid and Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- 529 Education Savings Program
- Voluntary Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts, Rewards and Perks
- Paid Time Off (PTO) includes: 11 Holidays
- Exempt Employees are eligible for Unlimited PTO
- Non-Exempt Employees are eligible for 10 Vacation Days, 56 Hours of Health Pay, 2 Personal Days and 1 Cultural Day
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
