Research Associate/Senior Research Associate, Cell Science

SystImmune is a leading and well-funded clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company located in Redmond, WA and Princeton, NJ. It specializes in developing innovative cancer treatments using its established drug development platforms, focusing on bi-specific, multi-specific antibodies, and antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). SystImmune has multiple assets in various stages of clinical trials for solid tumor and hematologic indications. Alongside ongoing clinical trials. SystImmune has a robust preclinical pipeline of potential cancer therapeutics in the discover and IND-enabling stages, representing cutting-edge biologics development. We offer an opportunity for you to learn and grow while making significant contributions to the company's success.
 

We are seeking a Research Associate / Senior Research Associate with experience in cell culture and plasmid preparation to join our Cell Science Department.
 

Responsibilities: 

• Perform mammalian cell culture following sterile techniques
• Perform expression vector construction, plasmid preparation and NGS sequencing.
• Contribute to daily laboratory maintenance, such as ordering reagents, maintaining equipment and preparing media
• Perform rigorous data analysis using common software packages (e.g., Microsoft Office suite)
• Author SOP’s, reports and slides summarizing data and interpreting experimental results
• Provide consistent updates and present data at team meetings
• Collaborate with other departments
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in biology or a related science major
  • RA-I has 1+ years of industry experience
  • RA-II has 2+ years of industry experience
  • Sr. RA has 5+ years of industry experience
• 1+ year experience in mammalian cell culture
• 1+ year experience in molecular biology techniques, including plasmid construction and DNA isolation
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment and deliver complex objectives under tight deadlines
• Availability of working weekend and holiday shifts as needed​​​​​​​

Work Environment

• The characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job
• This role will involve working in a cell culture laboratory alongside other scientists, as well as in a standard business office with desktop equipment and a moderate noise level

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods. The individual must also be able to operate standard laboratory and office equipment

Compensation and Benefits:
The expected base salary range for this position is $60,000 - $85,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and skills.
While most offers typically fall within the low to mid-point of the range, we may extend an offer toward the higher end for exceptional candidates whose background and expertise align strongly with the requirements of the role.
 
SystImmune is a leading and well-funded biotech company with a bright future. We offer an opportunity for you to learn and grow while making significant contributions to the company’s success. SystImmune offers a comprehensive benefits package including: 100% paid employee premiums for medical/dental/vision, also STD, LTD, a 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, plus 11 paid holidays and MORE.
 
We offer an opportunity for you to learn and grow while making significant contributions to the company’s success.
 
SystImmune is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome diverse talent and encourage all qualified applicants to apply.