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Based in Cambridge, MA and Gaithersburg, MD. We are committed to improving the health of people worldwide with our fundamental research and our work in the area of development of immunotherapies utilizing the full potential of the immune system to fight cancer, infectious diseases and other serious diseases. We believe in scientific rigor, innovation and passion as driving forces. BioNTech was founded by scientists and physicians to translate science into survival by combining fundamental research and operational excellence.
With decades of deep immunology expertise and experience in developing and optimizing mRNA as part of its broad suite of novel technologies, the company is working with the global community to defeat life-threatening and serious diseases such as cancer, COVID-19, malaria and tuberculosis. The first ever approved mRNA vaccine was created in the labs of BioNTech in Mainz, Germany. A fully integrated immunotherapy powerhouse. We remain focused on bringing our broad pipeline of next-generation immunotherapies and vaccines to people around the world to address cancer, infectious diseases, as well as a growing list of other medical conditions. To accomplish this, we continue to be deeply rooted in science and academic research while also having built a fully integrated, global immunotherapy company with cGMP and GMP manufacturing facilities anchored around deep expertise in immunology and complemented by an expanding set of capabilities.
Research Associate, Process Development
Position Summary
The successful candidate will work collaboratively on the T Cell Immunology Process Development team to support development of neoantigen-specific T cell products. This candidate will primarily contribute to the analytical assessment of in-process samples and process changes for pre-clinical and early-stage cell therapy programs. This role will require close collaboration with the Drug Product Characterization and Analytical Development, and Research teams of the Gene and Cell Therapy group to transfer, adopt, and execute characterization assays of in-process samples and drug products. The candidate will execute and analyze efficient and robust cell-based characterization, and functional assays including Flow Cytometry, cytotoxicity assays, and Immunoassays.
Primary Responsibilities
- Assessing the specificity and functionality of T cells by multicolor flow cytometry
- Execution of functional characterization assays (ELISA, Cytotoxicity assays, and MSD).
- Generating, optimizing, and adopting assays as needed to support characterization of starting materials, process intermediates, and drug products
- Culturing of human T cells and cell lines
- Tracking and compiling samples and results in an electronic notebook and internal reports
- Presenting results to other scientific teams
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in immunology, cell biology, engineering, or related discipline
- A strong interest in T cell Biology and cancer immunotherapy.
- Demonstrated experience with flow cytometry and other immune related assays.
- Enjoys problem solving and challenging scientific questions in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative environment to meet project goals
- Proficient with Microsoft office
Preferred Requirements:
- Basic lab technique and aseptic cell culture
- Experience working with quality control of analytical methods and documentation of SOPs
- Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills
- Software skills : GraphPad Prism, FlowJo, JMP
Benefits for you:
BioNTech US is committed to the well being of our team members and offers a variety of benefits supporting our diverse employee base. Salaried/Position-Targeted Hourly Employees working 30+ hours per week are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include but are not limited to:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life, AD&D, STD and LTD Insurance
- HSA & FSA Spending Accounts
- Health & Wellness, including free onsite gym access
- Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
- Vacation and Unlimited Sick Time
- Holidays and Floating Holidays, including discretionary winter shutdown
- 401(K) Plan with Significant Company Match
- Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development
- Commuting Assistance and subsidized parking
- Discounted Home and Auto Insurance
- Pet Insurance
Plus more benefits that will be shared upon hire!
Have we kindled your pioneering spirit?
Then apply now for our location Cambridge (Boston) and simply send us your application documents using our online form.
- BioNTech does not tolerate discrimination, favoritism, or harassment based on gender, political opinion, religion or belief, nationality, ethnic or social origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, physical appearance, health status or any other aspect of personal status. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Most important – it’s a match!
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