Join a vibrant biotech company developing life-changing cancer therapies.
Work in a brand-new R&D facility with an onsite gym and free parking.
Full-time position – Ongoing
Imagine joining an organization where you can make a real difference! Our team is committed, talented, and excited about the future of cancer treatment.
While working together toward our mission of developing more precise and accessible cellular immunotherapy treatments for patients with solid cancers, we take the time to celebrate our achievements and support our team and culture. You'll find us team building at company offsites, sharing birthdays and celebrating important business milestones along our journey.
About the Position
We are seeking a Research Scientist to join the R&D team at Cartherics. Reporting to the Group Leader, this role will assist primarily with hands-on in vivo experimental work as well as in vitro experiments to support various projects in the R&D pipeline.
Key Duties
The successful applicant will work closely with all members of Cartherics and the R&D team, and will be expected to:
Design, perform, implement and optimize in vivo cancer xenograft studies.
Perform molecular biology and in vitro functional bioassays relevant to R&D projects, including mammalian tissue culture.
Apply scientific knowledge experience to guide research directions, troubleshoot challenges and interpret experimental data.
Review test data/results for reporting by required deadlines.
Maintain accurate, complete, legible and concurrent records of work performed in electronic laboratory notebooks (ELN) and relevant databases. Prepare reports for the Company for all research and development activities.
Communicate and present work regularly in team meetings and to the wider biotech and science community.
Assist in housekeeping activities within the R&D for continued smooth operations.
Other duties as assigned by the CEO or CSO.
Skills and Experience
To support this, the following skills and experience are considered essential for this role:
A qualification (PhD) in a life sciences discipline in one of the following areas: immunology, molecular biology, biochemistry or cell biology. Cell and gene biology and therapy is a desirable area of expertise.
Technical expertise and proficiency in animal studies, tissue culture, molecular biology techniques (e.g., CRISPR, gene editing), cell-based assays, flow cytometry and other immunology or biochemical assays.
Strong research background with experience in designing, conducting and analysing experimental research in the relevant fields.
Data analysis and experience in statistical analysis and interpreting biological data.
Sound communication skills with ability to present findings and write scientific publications, reports and contribute to grants proposal.
Organizational skills required for data management and documentation, protocols and standard operating procedures.
Enjoy working in a challenging, dynamic and interactive environment.
We work to the Values of:
Accountability: In a rapidly evolving field, our employees must be self-motivated and proactive. We expect informed, calculated risks in supporting the company's strategic priorities and accountability for decisions and actions. Successes are celebrated and failures are viewed as learning opportunities.
Respect: Our employees bring diverse skills, experience and knowledge to the company. Everyone has a role to play in our success and should be recognized and respected for their contributions. We require that all employees treat colleagues equally, irrespective of gender, religion, age, political affiliation or organizational status.
Integrity: Developing new treatments requires the highest levels of honesty and adherence to strong moral principles. Any lack of integrity would undermine our position as an ethical medical product development company.
Teamwork: Medical product development is a team activity, requiring input from dedicated people with varied backgrounds and expertise. Actions that enhance teamwork increase our chances of success, while actions that undermine teamwork reduce it. Therefore, teamwork is an essential company core value.
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.A collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages innovation and personal growth.
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