Research Associate / Sr. Research Associate, Clinical Immunology
About The Position
Janux Therapeutics is seeking a highly motivated Research Associate/Sr. Research Associate with experience working in immunology or oncology in a clinical laboratory or CRO settings. The incumbent will be an integral member of the clinical immunology team and will work on flow-based assays for Janux’s TRACTr and TRACIr clinical programs. An ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with flow cytometry, T cell activation, assay development and optimization. This position is hands-on bench work and requires effective communication and documentation of results. The ideal applicant will be collaborative and team-oriented, self-motivated, possess excellent communication and organizational skills, and carry a strong commitment to excellence.
Requirements
- Must have a B.S. in cell biology, immunology, oncology or related field with a minimum of 2-5 years of experience for RA-level or 5+ years for SRA-level
- Experience with primary human cells isolation, culture, and activation in vitro.
- Proficiency in excel, PowerPoint and GraphPad Prism is required.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Success in this role requires great attention to detail with the ability to multitask
- Skills to be an effective team player, strong individual contributor, self-motivated, flexible, and able to handle multiple tasks and deliver high-quality results under tight timelines
- United States (Required)
Nice To Haves
- Experience in multi-color flow cytometry for immunophenotyping and functional assays is desirable.
- Experience in flow cytometry analysis is desirable(ie. FlowJo, DIVA, FCS Express, CellEngine, or Cytobank).
- Experience in cytokine/ chemokine evaluation assays (ELISA, MSD, Olink etc.) is desirable.
- Experience working in a clinical environment following GCLP, GDP or GLP guidelines is a plus.
- Experience validating flow cytometry assay and methods for clinical use is a plus.
- Experience in Biotech or Pharma industry a plus.
Responsibilities
- Execution of flow-based assays for clinical programs
- Draft, develop and/or review SOPs, or any other documentation needed to support the clinical laboratory work.
- Execute standard experiments evaluating immunophenotyping, T cell activation and cytotoxicity, as needed
- Manage critical reagent inventories for clinical testing
- Help execute/perform internal laboratory activities under tight timelines
- Maintain up to date records
- Draft reports of work and study conclusions
- Other duties as deemed necessary
Benefits
- Annual bonus program
- Incentive stock option plan
- 401k plan with flat non-elective employer contribution
- Comprehensive medical insurance with 90-100% employer-paid premiums
- Dental and vision insurance
- HSA, FSA, and supplemental insurance plans (life, disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity)
- Unlimited PTO
- Generous holiday schedule; includes summer and winter company shutdown
- Relocation assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
