Research Associate II, Analytical Development

ImmunityBio•Torrey Pines, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Associate II, Analytical Development will work as part of the Analytical team to support adoptive cell therapy projects based on our various cell platforms. The position will assist in developing, optimizing and validating bioassays to support cell therapy projects; and will be responsible for supporting the efficient operation of the laboratory and performing scientific studies to support cell therapy projects.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years of experience in Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology or a related field required; or Master’s degree with 1+ years in Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology or a related field required.
Experience with immunoassay technologies such as, Mass Cytometry (CytOf), flow cytometry, HPLC, ELISA and MSD and molecular assays (Q-PCR) to support cell characterization as required.
Competent in handling and maintaining mammalian cell culture in a BSL2 Laboratory
Demonstrated knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing of biotechnology products, aseptic processing, analytical method development, technology transfer, method qualification/validation
Follow laboratory procedures with attention to detail and successfully execute experiments at the bench.
Comfortable in a fast-paced small company environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and willing to accept temporary responsibilities outside of initial job description
Ability to think critically and demonstrate troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Excellent skill in Microsoft word, Excel, FLowJo, Prism, JMP, PLA 3.0 and immunoassay data analysis

Nice To Haves

Experience with cell therapy products including NK and T cells is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform cell-based assays with minimal supervision to support analytical and process development team.
Maintain cells as required for various assays.
Perform cell characterization using Mass Cytometry (CytOf), Flow Cytometry, HPLC, and MSD Platform.
Maintain, calibrate and operate cell analytical equipment and instruments.
Develop standard operating procedures, analytical test methods, analytical sampling plans and batch records.
Provide support to cross-functional teams to advance development of cell therapy products.
Develop or adapt analytical methods for cell therapy products and develop process improvements and efficiencies.
Design and execute analytical method development and qualification in support of lead candidate selection, process development, product release and stability, and product characterization.
Design and execute experimental approaches and new analytical technologies and assist with continuous improvement of analytical tools.
Design and execute experiments to develop, qualify, and transfer cell-based potency methods for the testing and release of pipeline products.
Provide support to the bioanalytical testing of samples for immunogenicity and biomarkers.
Performs ad-hoc and cross-functional duties and/or projects as 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
Unlimited PTO (for Exempt Employees)
10 Vacation Days, 56 Hours of Health Pay, 2 Personal Days and 1 Cultural Day (for Non-Exempt Employees)