Research Associate/Senior Research… at SystImmune · Redmond

Summary: SystImmune is a leading and well-funded clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company specializing in developing innovative cancer treatments. They are seeking a Research Associate or Senior Research Associate in Cell Science to support cell line development through hands-on cell biology and CHO cell line development. Responsibilities: - Maintain mammalian cell cultures - Generate and maintain stable CHO cell lines for antibody expression - Perform transfection, clone selection, single-cell cloning, and productivity screening - Support cell banking activities and maintain detailed documentation - Perform expression vector construction, plasmid preparation, and NGS sequencing - Analyze and interpret experimental data - Maintain accurate electronic lab notebook records - Present findings clearly to cross-functional teams - Contribute to troubleshooting, assay development, and process improvements - Operate effectively in a fast-paced, early-stage R&D environment Required Qualifications: - BS or MS in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or related field - Research Associate I: 1+ years of industry experience in biologics or antibody discovery - Senior Research Associate: 4+ years of industry experience in biologics or antibody discovery - Strong background in mammalian cell biology and expression systems - Demonstrated hands-on expertise in CHO cell culture and stable cell line development - Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment and deliver complex objectives under tight deadlines - Availability of working weekend and holiday shifts as needed - CHO suspension culture and clone screening - Stable transfection methods - Cell Biology and Molecular Biology laboratory skills - Strong experimental design and troubleshooting skills Preferred Qualifications: - Familiarity with antibody or multi-specific biologics preferred Required Skills: CHO cell culture, Stable cell line development, Mammalian expression systems, Transfection methods, Clone screening, Cell biology laboratory skills, Molecular biology laboratory skills, Antibody expression, Expression vector construction, Plasmid preparation, NGS sequencing, Experimental design, work under tight deadlines Benefits: 100% paid employee premiums for medical/dental/vision, STD, LTD, 401(k) plan with a 50% company match of up to 3% and a vesting schedule of only 5 years, 15 PTO days per year, Sick leave, 11 paid holidays, MORE