Biotechnology company is hiring a Scientist to lead and perform lab-based translational research and discovery efforts. You will develop and execute innovative biomarker and diagnostic strategies to drive clinical development through all phases of the company's portfolio and conduct foundational disease-oriented translational research to maximize scientific and clinical impact. This is a 12-month contract.
Responsibilities
- This is a hands-on lab-based position in which you will design, perform, and analyze in vitro and ex vivo experiments to validate biological and therapeutic hypotheses derived from clinical biomarker data and real-world data.
- Elucidate mechanisms of action and resistance to enable in-depth understanding of fundamental disease biology, as well as experimentally validate novel therapeutic targets.
- Inform pharmacodynamic biomarker strategies for immunotherapies, tumor-targeted therapies, and combination therapies.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts to synthesize, integrate, and interpret experimental and computational findings to inform decision-making on key projects and programs.
Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Immunology, Cancer Biology or you hold a BS or MS degree in similar fields and a track record of scientific excellence and productivity.
- Deep understanding of cancer immunology, oncogenic signaling pathways (RAS, PI3K), and translational drug development, as evidenced by first-author publications, patents, and past success in R&D.
- Experience in NSCLC, SCLC, or CRC disease biology would be advantageous.
- Expertise in independently leading lab-based research projects involving a wide repertoire of experimental techniques such as conventional/spectral flow cytometry, biochemistry, cell/molecular biology, and immune function assays.
- Familiarity with in vivo pharmacology, single cell workflows, and spatial omics would be helpful.
- Experience developing and validating clinical biomarker assays and strategies would also be advantageous.
- Independent and proactive, with efficient time management and the ability to simultaneously progress multiple projects or experiments in parallel.
- A thoughtful and meticulous approach to experimental design, execution, and documentation, bringing scientific rigor and creativity to problem solving.
Salary:
Why Choose R&D Partners?
As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical insurance – PPO, HMO & HSA
- Dental & Vision insurance
- 401k plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Long-term disability
- Weekly payroll
- Expense reimbursement
- Online timecard approval
R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.
R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.