Scientist I, Research (Immuno-Oncology)

Job Description

AbelZeta, Inc is a biopharmaceutical company focusing on the development of novel cell therapy products for the treatment of advanced solid and hematological malignancies. We are seeking a talented Scientist I /Scientist II to join our Immuno-Oncology Research team in Rockville, MD. The successful candidate will be joining us for discovery and development of T-cell therapies (CAR-T, TCR-T, and TIL) for a variety of cancers.

The candidate will work within our rapidly growing Research team under the direction of the team leader and/or other senior scientific members of the team. In this role, the candidate will make use of his/her experience in cell biology and immunology to contribute to the advancement of innovative cell therapy products by designing and conducting in vitro experiments, developing methodology, and generating and interpreting scientific data in a highly collaborative environment. As a key member of our team, the candidate will also be responsible for documenting and communicating results to appropriate stakeholders.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Conduct hands-on primary immune cell culture, immune cell functional assays, and other related experiments.
• Contribute to experimental planning and design, independent data analysis and interpretation.
• Work collaboratively with team members to ensure the efficient relay of information and forward translation of data.
• Assess and report data, with minimal guidance, in a clear and concise manner, with a clear understanding of its implications.
• Provide technical instructions to the team and share information between distinct projects as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Scientist I: BS in a relevant discipline + minimum 2 years of experience. Or a master's degree with 6 months of experience.
• Scientist II: BS in a relevant discipline + minimum 4 - 5 years of experience. Or a master's degree with 2-3 years of experience. Or a PhD in a relevant discipline.
• Strong laboratory and analytical skills; hands-on experience with cell culture, ELISA, and flow cytometry; evidence of effective problem-solving / troubleshooting abilities.
• Pro-active with excellent oral and written communication skills; attention to detail; able to document work clearly, concisely, and understand and describe its importance to others.
• Good organizational and planning skills; ability to manage a portfolio of work, prioritize, and deliver quality results while meeting deadlines.
• Good interpersonal skills – able to work effectively with colleagues/collaborators from diverse backgrounds, levels of seniority, and territories.
• Experience in T cell research and/or immunotherapy is a plus.
• Some experience with DNA sequence analysis software and/or expression vector design is a plus.
  
  

Why You Should Join AbelZeta

• Join a high-growth and fast-paced organization.
• Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process.
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan, including 100% company paid medical, dental, vision, life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and more!
• Competitive company 401k match.
• Paid holidays, sick leave, and annual leave.
  
  

AbelZeta 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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. AbelZeta validates right to work using E-Verify. Salary at AbelZeta is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of AbelZeta’s total compensation package for employees.