Job Posting for Scientist / Senior Scientist - Immuno-Oncology at Xilis, Inc.
Role
We are looking for a motivated and innovative scientist / sr. scientist to join our growing team to execute critical experiments. In this role, the scientist / sr. scientist hired will support collaborative projects with biotech and pharma companies and academic institutions focused on leveraging MOS technology in the immuno-oncology space. The selected candidate will work very closely with thought leaders in the fields of cancer immune biology and assay development and will perform research, participate in detailed analysis, draw conclusions, and formulate next steps / experimental designs. The successful candidate will present data and lead scientific conversations internally and with partners. The successful candidate will bring exceptional skills to the laboratory and an ability to independently run large and complex experiments, and will have prior experience in primary cell culture involving immune co-culture assays, immune cell characterization by flow cytometry, cell viability assays, and a demonstrated ability to operate lab instrumentation. He or she will be highly motivated, have a strong work ethic, and have excellent communication skills. The candidate will report to Xilis’ Director of Research & Development.
The candidate will have the opportunity to fundamentally advance precision cancer care by developing cutting-edge scientific methods into Xilis’ technology portfolio. In the next few months and years, the candidate will:
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Responsibilities
Design and run large and complex experiments and develop novel assays
Personally spearhead the most critical assays and experiments necessary to support ongoing development efforts
Participate in meetings with scientific experts from partner organizations. Present data.
Carefully maintain meticulous records of experimental designs, execution details, and results
Organize and transparently present experimental results to the cross-functional team
Participate in project planning, data analysis, and other scientific activities
Support laboratory operations, troubleshooting of issues, SOP development, and maintenance
Operate successfully in a rapidly changing, fast-paced, mission-driven environment
Share thoughts and ideas on how to improve performance in the lab
Perform support tasks across the company as needs arise
Collaborate and co-develop assays with our Xilis BV team in the Netherlands
Requirements
Ph.D. degree in immunology, oncology or a related field
3 years of postdoctoral laboratory experience in an academic or industrial setting
Experience with 3D organoid cultures, primary immune cell cultures, ELISA, immunofluorescence, and confocal microscopy is desirable
Extensive tissue culture experience and flow cytometry are a must
A proven track record of independently and successfully running complex experiments
Hands-on experience with processing and handling of primary tissue samples
A strong enthusiasm for being in the laboratory to personally run experiments
A strong sense of commitment, integrity and team spirit
Experience and interest in a high-growth startup, where communication is key
Being flexible on working schedules and tasks
Open to engage proactively in scientific discussions
Identifying scientific gaps and employing solution-focused approaches
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