Scientist - Immunology

Scientist Position

We are seeking a motivated and detail oriented Scientist to support in vitro immunology research and functional assay activities within a pharmaceutical laboratory environment. The role will focus on T cell and dendritic cell functional assays, sample preparation, flow cytometry, and data handling. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands on laboratory skills and experience working with immune cell based assays.

The position requires strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and documentation skills. The successful candidate should be able to work independently while collaborating effectively with a scientific team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support in vitro immunology assays involving T cells and dendritic cells.
• Perform sample preparation and laboratory activities supporting immune cell based assays.
• Perform flow cytometry experiments using multicolor panels with a minimum of 8 colors.
• Perform functional assays including T cell proliferation, cytokine release, and dendritic cell coculture assays.
• Follow established laboratory protocols and procedures.
• Assist with troubleshooting experimental and assay related issues.
• Handle and organize experimental data and maintain accurate laboratory documentation.
• Collaborate effectively with scientists and cross functional team members.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science with a minimum of 5 years of experience or Master of Science with a minimum of 3 years of experience in immunology, cell biology, or a related field.
• Hands on experience with cell culture.
• Hands on experience with flow cytometry using a minimum of 8 colors.
• Experience performing in vitro immunology assays.
• Strong laboratory, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to follow standard protocols and assist with troubleshooting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with human primary immune cells.
• Experience with PBMCs.
• Experience with T cell proliferation assays.
• Experience with cytokine release assays.
• Experience with dendritic cell coculture assays.

Benefits:

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, paid holidays annually - as applicable.