Associate Research Scientist

The research team in Seattle are leaders in the development of Client and transformative cell therapy and immune-oncology treatments for patients with cancer. The team is highly integrated across discovery, translational research, and early development in high performing multifunctional teams that work inclusively to deliver new medicines to patients using cutting edge technologies.We are seeking an enthusiastic self-motivated researcher who will have a critical role in providing isolated immune cells from blood products to support discovery, translational and early product development efforts. Successful candidates will perform routine cell isolation, perform and coordinate key QC data generation, bank cell products, document quality control analyses, and support the on-time delivery of isolated cell types to teams across the organization.

The successful candidate will show strong initiative, be able to work independently, detail-oriented, and be a collaborative team player with excellent technical and organizational skills.RESPONSIBILITIES Manage acquisition of leukopak and other blood products as needed. Complete cell isolations using magnetic bead separation technology from leukopak and PBMC samples. Perform timely completion of QC test methods by flow cytometry. Bank isolated cells and document processes and QC data as needed. Coordinate activities across multi-functional teams.QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Bachelor's degree in Biology, Immunology, Bioengineering, or related technical field with 1+yearsof experience in biotech/pharma industry. Experience in QC environment preferred. Expertise in process monitoring, troubleshooting protocols, and providing documents and/or spreadsheets to support businessreporting requirements. Demonstrated analytical skills to enable analysis and interpretation of characterization/QC reports Hands-on experience in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or drug manufacturing, with knowledge of clean room/sterile practices being essential. Experience in cell banking is strongly preferred. Strong documentation, organizational, and writing skills using MS office suite of software and online data systems Highly motivated, quick learner, detail-oriented team player with history of demonstrated initiative and a collaborative attitude are essential. Ability to work in a dynamic team environment, meet deadlines, & prioritize work on multiple projects. Flexibility to work evening and weekend hours is requiredPREFERRED SKILLS Familiarity with the Miltenyi CliniMACs cell isolation automated equipment such as the CliniMacs Plus and/or CliniMacs Prodigy Experience using FlowJo or other flow cytometry software Experience with cell therapy process development or manufacturing Buffer and cell culture media preparation