SystImmune · 7 hours ago
Research Associate II/Senior Research Associate Upstream
Redmond, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$60K/yr - $85K/yr
1+ years expSystImmune is a leading and well-funded clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in innovative cancer treatments. They are seeking a highly skilled Upstream Research Associate II or Senior Research Associate to lead and execute upstream project process development and technology transfer activities for clinical manufacturing processes for their protein therapeutics pipeline.
BiopharmaBiotechnologyProfessional Services
Responsibilities
Design, plan and execute experiments in shake flasks, bench-top bioreactors, and other appropriate scale-down equipment in the development laboratory
Ensures timely, effective, and high-quality documentation in electronic laboratory notebooks and internal technical reports
Share results with stakeholders and present data to colleagues, management, and external audiences through project meetings, technical reviews, and conferences
Support the technology transfer of manufacturing processes to pilot, clinical, and commercial facilities
Provide support and troubleshoots during manufacturing campaigns as needed
Collaborate with team members and cross-functional groups to support safe, efficient, and well-organized lab operations
Qualification
Required
BS/BA with 2+ years of experience, or MS with 1+ years of experience in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Cell Biology, Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, or other related disciplines
Relevant research experience in a laboratory setting
Basic understanding of mammalian cell culture
Ability to grasp scientific concepts, interpret complex data, and formulate new hypothesis
Requires competency in aseptic laboratory technique and the ability to design and carry out complex experiments and interpret data
Requires demonstrated effectiveness in collaborative projects, and ability to communicate effectively with scientists and management in a highly matrixed organization
Ability to lift 30lbs (cell culture media/buffer bags)
Occasional weekend work will be required
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
Preferred
CHO cell culture experience preferred
Bioreactor setup and operation experience is strongly preferred
Practical knowledge and/or experience with microbial/mammalian cell culture metabolism, scale up, GLP/GMP practices, and technology transfers to pilot/commercial sites
Team oriented, with excellent oral and written communication skills
Well organized and great attention to detail
Benefits
100% paid employee premiums for medical/dental/vision
STD
LTD
401(k) plan with a 50% company match of up to 3% and a vesting schedule of only 5 years
15 PTO days per year
Sick leave
11 paid holidays
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Company
SystImmune
SystImmune is a biotechnology company.
51-200 employees
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Martin S. Olivo, MD, MSc,
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