Workforce Genetics is recruiting for a Scientist, Translational Research for an exciting clinical-stage biotechnology company in Rockville, MD. Our client is developing T-cell focused immunotherapeutics that are designed to amplify and prolong anti-tumor activity for cancer patients. 

Overview:

The ideal candidate is a scientist in the field of oncology or immunology who is passionate about expanding the frontiers of immune-oncology and delivering novel immunotherapies to cancer patients. In this role, the individual will be a pivotal contributor, helping NIT advance existing and emerging drug candidates into the clinic, and support the development and implementation of translational strategies.

Responsibilities: 

• Provide support in the design and execution of studies to address key translational research questions, such as evaluate mechanism of action, rational drug combinations, new disease indications, and novel biomarkers in preclinical and translational research settings

• Provide support in the management of external collaborations with academic collaborators and contract research organizations

• Critically analyze and interpret experimental results to design next steps

• Provide scientific expertise in writing for various documentations not limited to poster presentation, manuscript, and study report or manual

• Provide scientific support in cross-functional projects within the company

• Critically analyze and interpret experimental results to design next steps

Preferred Qualifications: 

• PhD with 0-3 years in immunology, oncology, pharmacology, medical science, or related fields

• Solid understanding of cancer biology and/or immuno-oncology.

• Expertise in in-vitro and in-vivo methods to characterize cancer and immune cell phenotype and function, such as cell culture, flow cytometry, western blot, ELISA, preclinical tumor models, gene expression, nextgeneration sequencing, immunohistochemistry/immunofluorescence

• Highly motivated and able to work independently, able to work productively in a team environment and take ownership of multiple projects

• Well organized and demonstrated ability in preparing technical reports, summaries, protocols, and quantitative analyses

• Outstanding oral and written communication skills are essential

Strong critical thinking and analytical skills with a problem-solving mind-set