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Scientist, Molecular Virology

Vaxart, Inc.

Scientist, Molecular Virology

South San Francisco, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    ABOUT US:

    Vaxart is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing a range of oral recombinant vaccines based on its proprietary delivery platform. Vaxart vaccines are administered using convenient room temperature-stable tablets that can be stored and shipped without refrigeration.

    Vaxart has demonstrated that its proprietary tablet vaccine delivery platform is suitable to deliver recombinant vaccines, positioning the company to develop oral versions of currently marketed vaccines and to design recombinant vaccines for new indications. Its development programs currently include tablet vaccines designed to protect against coronavirus, norovirus, seasonal influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), as well as a therapeutic vaccine for human papillomavirus (HPV), Vaxart's first immuno-oncology indication.

    Our mission is the promotion of global health through the development of effective vaccines that can be administered by tablet rather than by injection, providing for the simple and efficient distribution and administration of safe vaccines in any setting.

    We are looking for a Scientist, Molecular Virology to join our growing South San Francisco team!

    SUMMARY:

    The Scientist, Molecular Virology conducts research to enhance the company's recombinant viral vaccine platform and will work to find creative solutions for improving vaccine pandemic responses. The Scientist is expected to work independently as well as within project teams. 

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Design and perform experiments to advance projects in line with company's overall R&D objectives
    • Contribute to improvements in vaccine production, purification, and quality control.
    • Develop preclinical models to better predict vaccine efficacy in clinical trials
    • Present results at team meetings and write reports as required. 
    • Keep up with current advances in recombinant vaccine technology. 
    • Manage and guide research associates. 
    • Help to identify and develop novel technologies for improving vaccine pandemic responses.

     

    REQUIREMENTS:

    • PhD in Molecular Biology, Virology, or related discipline. 
    • Experience with production of recombinant virus and viral transduction of mammalian cells. 
    • Experience with using NGS and analyzing sequence data a plus. 
    • Must be able to work collaboratively as part of a team within R&D and across the organization.
    • Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office software suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), GraphPad Prism, and sequence analysis software.
    • Strong desire to achieve research goals expediently.

    Vaxart offers team members a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a bonus program, stock options, 401(k) with employer matching, tuition assistance, and work life balance.

    Vaxart is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action for all applicants and employees. Equal opportunity and consideration are afforded to all qualified applicants and employees in personnel actions, which include: recruiting and hiring, selection for training, promotion, rates of pay or other compensation, transfer, discipline, demotion, layoff or termination. Vaxart does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, family medical history or genetic information, citizenship, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, military status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.