Management Consulting Group · 2 days ago
GILDJP00016772 Associate Scientist \- Biology II not avail for w2 ref
Management Consulting Group is seeking an Associate Scientist to join Kite’s In Vivo Pharmacology team in Foster City. The role involves conducting ex vivo analyses related to in vivo studies in mice and providing a mechanistic understanding for pre-clinical studies utilizing engineered human CAR T cells.
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Responsibilities
Characterization of immune parameters such as cell expansion and phenotype from ex vivo blood samples from pre-clinical mouse studies with engineered human CAR T cells
Processing and analyzing ex vivo blood samples through flow cytometry, molecular biology, and other analytical techniques
Checking antigen expression by flow cytometry of tumor cell lines for use in in vivo studies
Working collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment
Presenting and participating in project team meetings and cross-departmental team meetings
Demonstrating core values such as passion, teamwork, integrity, and trust
Responsible to conduct ex vivo analyses
Characterize immune parameters and phenotype from ex vivo blood samples
Process and analyze samples via flow cytometry, molecular biology, and other analytical techniques
Check antigen expression by flow cytometry of tumor cell lines for in vivo studies
Qualification
Required
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
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 human immune cell populations and markers of activation/exhaustion
Experience with data analysis software including FlowJo, GraphPad Prism, and BD FACSDiva
Experience with additional molecular biology techniques such as ddPCR
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 in a fast-paced scientific environment
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Thorough record keeping (documentation and electronic lab notebook, Benchling)
Strong ability to troubleshoot independently and provide high-quality results through critical analysis and interpretation
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills