Research Associate II , Molecular Engineering
ImmunityBio, Inc.•Culver City, CA
•$81,000 - $89,100•Onsite
About The Position
The Research Associate II will assist with the discovery, research and development of immunotherapies across multiple therapeutic areas. The role supports planning and conducting everyday experiments to generate plasmid DNA molecules and mRNA for the R&D group. The Research Associate II will contribute directly in the design, execution and troubleshooting for efficient production of recombinant DNA and RNA and has an important impact in providing necessary molecules in support of Antibody Discovery, Vaccine Development, NK/T-Cell Therapeuties and CAR Development.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline with 2+ years of industry experience required; Or Master’s degree in a scientific discipline with some industry experience required
- Experience in Molecular Biology techniques: oligo design, PCR, mutagenesis, diverse cloning experience, data analysis, in vitro transcription and RNA production required
- Experience in protein expression in mammalian and bacterial systems required
Nice To Haves
- Experience with in vitro selection techniques preferred
Responsibilities
- Assists with DNA cloning including PCR, restriction enzyme digests, plasmid assembly, bacterial transformations, and plasmid purifications
- Maintains records of all constructs produced (sequences, raw reads, QC results, stock inventory)
- Assists with In vitro transcription and RNA purifications
- Contributes to in vitro selection experiments
- Helps with Protein expression using mammalian cell culture and bacterial expression
- Assists with Protein purification using affinity chromatography
- Participates in training of basic molecular biology techniques to junior personnel
- Supports all lab duties
- Adheres to and makes recommendations to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and process improvements
- 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
