Scientist Immuno-Oncology

Job description

Scientist Immuno-Oncology

Your Role:

At EMD Serono an exciting new opportunity has arisen within the Immuno-Oncology In-vitro Pharmacology group focusing on the development of therapeutics that modulate the immune system to attack tumors. The group’s major activity is developing protein drugs that influence T cell and NK cell activity.  Responsibilities will include detailed development and precise implementation of  in-vitro  cell-based assay systems, critical data analysis, meticulous data recording and presentation of data.

 

Who you are:

Minimum Qualifications:

·  Bachelor’s degree in Immunology, Cell Biology or other related Science discipline with 3+ years’ experience in Immunology and/or Immuno-Oncology (T cell biology) or Master’s degree in Immunology, Cell Biology or other related Science discipline
·  3+ years of diverse experience at the bench including T cell functional assays assessing activation receptors, costimulatory molecules, and checkpoint receptors
·  3+ years’ experience of critical data analysis and recording of data at the industry level

 

Preferred Qualifications:

·  Master’s degree in Immunology or Cellular Biology with 2+ years of industrial experience or PhD in Immunology or Cellular Biology  
·  Background in Immunology/Immuno-oncology with bias in T cell biology as it relates to oncology
·  Knowledge of NK cell biology
·  High proficiency with immuno-assays including flow cytometry, cytotoxicity assays, cytokine release assays, IncuCyte live cell imaging, etc.
·  Experience with protein therapeutics and cell line development
·  Knowledge of IHC and pre-clinical biomarkers
·  Excellent communication, organization and multitasking ability combined with the capacity to quickly adapt to project priorities to deliver data packages according to established timelines
·  Ability to interact with senior management in matrix organization
·  Track record of scientific accomplishment and publications in the advancement of new therapeutic concepts
·  Capacity for providing intellectual input, creative insight and assisting in the design of project work-plans
·  Ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary project teams

Job Requisition ID: 210465

Location: Billerica

Career Level: C - Professional (1-3 years)

Working time model: full-time

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