Proclinical is urgently recruiting for an Associate Director of Translational Immunology located in San Francisco, CA. Our client is a rapidly expanding clinical stage biotech developing targeted immunotherapies for both cancer and infectious disease.
We are seeking a Senior Scientist/Associate Director to contribute to the development of the next generation of cancer and infectious disease vaccines at a leading immunotherapy biotech. The primary role of is to lead preclinical evaluation of vaccine vectors for both oncology and infectious disease. You will collaborate with a team of scientists on the development of novel vaccines and the design, execution, and immune monitoring of murine and non-human primate studies.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and flexible team player who will thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and highly collaborative environment. The role has the potential for leadership opportunities and growth.
Job Responsibilities:
- Strategy, design, and management of murine and non-human primate studies to evaluate novel vaccine-based therapies
- Development and execution of immune monitoring assays
- Data analysis and presentation of findings to internal and external stakeholders
- Generation of preclinical data packages and reports for regulatory filings and partnerships
Skills and Requirements:
- PhD in Immunology, Infectious disease, Molecular/Cellular Biology, Cancer Biology or related scientific discipline
- Research experience with in vivo studies, flow cytometry and immune monitoring assays
- 5+ years relevant industry experience
- Record of accomplishment as evidenced by developed products or core contributions on publications
- Ability to learn quickly and execute towards meaningful results
- Knowledge and expertise in immunology, cancer biology, or infectious disease
- Extensive experience with mouse studies, non-human primate experience a plus
- Experience with immunological assays such as ELISpot and intracellular cytokine staining
- Competency with data analysis using R programming language preferred
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and collaborative skills
- Desire for continued growth opportunities, including willingness to learn new skills and contribute across cross-functional areas
- The ability to think critically and perform functions with minimal guidance
- Impeccable documentation practices and attention to detail
- The ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner
- A willingness to work hard in a fast-paced environment
If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Sofia Amark at (+1) 646-367-2764 or s.amark@proclinical.com.
Proclinical is a specialist employment agency and recruitment business, providing job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies.
Proclinical Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.
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