RA-II/Sr. Research Associate Protein Engineering

Systimmune • Bothell, WA

7d • $70,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

SystImmune is a leading and well-funded clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company located in Redmond, WA and Princeton, NJ. It specializes in developing innovative cancer treatments using its established drug development platforms, focusing on bi-specific, multi-specific antibodies, and antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). SystImmune has multiple assets in various stages of clinical trials for solid tumor and hematologic indications. Alongside ongoing clinical trials. SystImmune has a robust preclinical pipeline of potential cancer therapeutics in the discover and IND-enabling stages, representing cutting-edge biologics development. We offer an opportunity for you to learn and grow while making significant contributions to the company's success. We are seeking a Research Associate II or Senior Research Associate to join our Protein Engineering team. This role is ideal for a highly motivated individual with strong molecular biology skills and a passion for scientific innovation. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment focused on the development of novel therapeutic antibodies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Research Associate II requires bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of industry experience.
• Senior Research Associate requires bachelor’s degree with 5+ years or master’s degree with 3+ years of industry experience.
• 2+ years of hands-on lab experience in molecular biology techniques.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with cell line engineering plasmids is a plus.
• Experience using sequencing analysis software (eg. Geneious, Benchling) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex molecular biology techniques including PCR, Restriction Endonuclease Digestion, Gibson Assembly, Ligation cloning, Golden Gate Assembly, bacterial transformations, and plasmid purification.
• Maintain detailed records of experimental procedures and results in electronic lab notebooks.
• Collaborate with team members to support cloning and construct generation for protein expression.
• Assist in troubleshooting and optimizing molecular workflows to improve efficiency and throughput.
• Manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain lab organization and inventory of reagents and supplies.

Benefits

• 100% paid employee premiums for medical/dental/vision
• STD
• LTD
• a 401(k) plan with a 50% company match of up to 3% and a vesting schedule of only 5 years
• 15 PTO days per year
• sick leave
• 11 paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level