**Job Title: Research Scientist, Cell Biology – T Cell Biology
Duration: 12 months extendable contract
Location: Santa Monica, CA 90404
Type of Position: Only on W2 basis
Description
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Discovery Research is seeking a highly motivated Research Scientist to lead characterization studies that address product efficacy and safety.
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The successful candidate will report to a Director and will be expected to independently design and perform experiments, organize and analyze results, and communicate and present findings in team meetings
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Responsibilities**
Execution of cell-based functional and biochemical assays to select candidate molecules for clinical development or support combination strategies to enhance T cell product potency and safety
Experimental design aimed to address basic tumor immunology aspects related to the immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment
Genetic/biochemical manipulation of T cells and evaluation of impact on T cell function
Analyze, organize and communicate results at different research and cross-functional meetings
Plan and effectively execute experiments based on strategy, project timelines and goals
Analyze and present scientific results to the project team in addition to cross-functional and cross-site audiences
Document experimental results to enable subsequent clinical studies and patent applications
May serve as a core team member or leader on a project team
Work effectively with other functions (including Process Development, Translational Medicine, Clinical Development) to ensure alignment cross-functionally
Coordinate tasks across multiple projects, demonstrating prioritization and planning
May mentor junior team members and supervise the work of a research team including, but not limited to, organizing and prioritizing laboratory work and review of generated experimental results
Basic Qualifications
Advanced scientific degree (i.e. MD, PharmD, PhD)
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Master’s Degree and 6+ years of scientific experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience designing and developing primary immune cell assays using key immune cell populations
Hands-on expertise in T-cell functional characterization assays including in vitro cxytotoxicity, proliferation, cytokine/chemokine measurements, cell signaling, activation, differentiation and exhaustion
Proficient in cell culture aseptic technique
Proficient in multi-parameter flow cytometry (panel design, sample acquisition, data processing) and data analysis (FACSDiva, FlowJo, GraphPad Prism, Excel)
Experience with MSD/ELISA and/or Luminex
Ph.D. degree in biology-related field (immunology, cellular and/or tumor biology or a closely related field)
A strong background in cancer immunotherapy and human immunology, experience working with engineered T cells strongly preferred
Demonstrated independence in experimental design, data analysis, interpretation, and presentation