Associate Scientist, Cell Biology

Job Description

We are seeking an Associate Scientist to join Kite’s In Vivo Pharmacology team in Foster City and more specifically the group responsible to conduct ex vivo analyses related to in vivo studies in mice. The candidate will join an established group, playing a key role in providing a mechanistic understanding for in vivo pre-clinical studies in support of multiple programs utilizing engineered human chimeric antigen receptor T cells (CAR T cells).

Responsibilities:

• Characterization of immune parameters such as cell expansion, distribution and phenotype, cytokine profile, from ex vivo samples (blood, plasma, serum, tumor, tissues) from pre-clinical mouse studies or in vitro experiments
• Process and analyze ex vivo or in vitro samples through flow cytometry, molecular biology and other analytical techniques
• Develop, characterize and bank/maintain tumor cell lines for use in in vivo studies
• Work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment
• Present and participate in project team meetings and cross-departmental team meetings
• Share core values such as passion, teamwork, integrity and trust

Basic Qualifications:

Master’s Degree and 2+ years of scientific experience

OR

Bachelor’s Degree and 4+ years of scientific experience

OR

AA Degree and 5+ years of scientific experience

OR

High School Degree and 6+ years of scientific experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• MS or BS in Biology or related discipline
• 3+ years of experience with multi-color flow cytometry and complex fluorochrome-conjugated antibody panels
• Immunology background, with experience in phenotypic analysis of multiple immune cell populations and markers of activation/exhaustion
• Experience in data analysis software including FlowJo and GraphPad Prism
• Experience in additional molecular biology techniques such as phospho-flow, ELISA, ddPCR or Luminex/MSD-based assays
• Strong cell culture and aseptic technique, as well as experience with human cell line growth and expansion
• Demonstrated ability to independently conduct analyses while working efficiently as part of a team
• Ability to multi-task, perform work with a high degree of integrity and attention to detail, and be part of an exciting fast-paced scientific environment
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, thorough record keeping skills (documentation and electronic lab notebook), strong ability to troubleshoot independently and to provide high-quality results through critical analysis and interpretation, excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

Does this sound like you? If so, apply today!