Sr Research Associate

Company: Yoh, A Day & Zimmermann Company
Location: Newton Highlands
Posted on: April 11, 2021

Job Description:

Sr Research Associate, position location: Waltham, MA.



The ideal candidate should have relevant experience in T cell immunology, cancer cell culture and molecular biology, and enjoy fast-paced, collaborative, and vibrant startup culture. A team player with a willingness to learn will thrive in this role.



Responsibilities:



--- Engage and innovate on large-scale in vitro immune cell screening efforts to discover novel TCRs and peptide antigen targets.

--- Engineer cancer cell lines and primary T cells with lentiviruses.

--- Perform immune cell assays such as tumor cell killing and T cell proliferation.

--- Assist in assay development and testing of modifications to screening platform.

--- Isolate PBMC and primary T cells and monocytes from blood products such as leukopaks.

--- Candidate to analyze data and present at group and company meetings.



Requirements:



--- B.S./ M.S. with 3-5 years of experience in biopharmaceutical or biotechnology industry experience.

--- Extensive experience in T cell immunology required, understanding of cancer biology and molecular biology a plus.

--- Proficiency in tissue culture, cell engineering, and flow cytometry is essential, experience with ELISA and cytotoxicity assays using Incucyte desired.

--- Excellent communication skills (both written and oral) and ability to work in a matrix environment. Experience presenting in team meetings a plus.

--- Enthusiasm and willingness to learn new techniques and work in a fast-
Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Visit https://www.yoh.com/applicants-with-disabilities to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.PandoLogic.Category: Science, Keywords: Senior Scientist

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