Job Description
Our large pharmaceutical client in Spring House, PA is seeking a Scientist to join their growing team within the Oncology Discovery area specifically within Solid Tumor Targeted Therapy. This individual will be joining the drug discovery program to develop cutting-edge therapeutics for the treatment of bladder, breast, and lung cancer and will work in an exciting/stimulating environment across the different stages of preclinical drug discovery. Responsibilities include:
-Design & perform experiments including target validation and assay development in solid tumors, for advancement of programs in the portfolio and new targets.
-Execute multiple cell biology assays that could include Western blotting, flow cytometry, siRNA/shRNA KD assays, ELISAs, cell proliferation, cellular cytotoxicity, immune cell isolation from whole blood, capillary protein electrophoresis, cell culture, transfection/infection, immunoprecipitation.
-Utilize graphing software such as Graph Pad and interpret complex data, rework experiments based on interpretations, and propose next steps.
-Work in a collaborative environment and demonstrate organization and urgency.
Skills and Requirements
-Bachelors or Masters Degree in Biology, Biochemistry or a relative field of study
-2+ years of experience working with cell-based assays in a lab environment
-2+ years of cell and tissue culture experience
-Strong cell biology and assay development skills
-Ability to grow cells independently
-Experience with GraphPad or another similar graphing software
-Prior Oncology or Immunology experience is highly preferred -MSD
-3D Assays
-Flow Cytometry null
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion,sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military oruniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, andordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].