Research Associate I, Analytical Development

Company Overview

ImmunityBio, Inc. (NASDAQ: IBRX) is a commercial-stage biotechnology company developing cell and immunotherapy products that are designed to help strengthen each patient’s natural immune system, potentially enabling it to outsmart the disease and eliminate cancerous or infected cells. We envision a day when we no longer fear cancer, but can conquer it, thanks to the biological wonder that is the human immune system. Our scientists are working to develop novel therapies that harness that inherent power by amplifying both branches of the immune system, attacking cancerous or infected cells today while building immunological memory for tomorrow. The goal: to reprogram the patient’s immune system and treat the host rather than just the disease.

Why ImmunityBio?

• ImmunityBio is developing cutting-edge technology with the goal to transform the lives of patients with cancer and develop next-generation therapies and vaccines that complement, harness and amplify the immune system to defeat cancers and infectious diseases.
• Opportunity to join a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company with headquarters in Southern California.
• Work with a collaborative team with the ability to work across different areas of the company.
• Ability to join a growing company with professional development opportunities.

Position Summary

The Research Associate I will work as part of the Process and Analytical team at ImmunityBio to support adoptive cell therapy projects. The role will assist in developing and transferring robust analytical test methods for cell therapy projects. The position will be responsible for supporting the laboratory operations and data analysis using statistical tools to support cell therapy projects.

Essential Functions

• Assist analytical assays- cell health assays, biochemical assays, Mycoplasma testing, Endotoxin, and ELISAs (as needed).
• Conduct immunological (plate-based and/or flow cytometry) assays to support the characterization of NK cells.
• Perform cell culture activities as needed to maintain effector and target cells.
• Assist and perform Immunogenicity assays using different platforms (ELISA, MSD) and T-cell assays (Proliferation assays, ELISpot).
• Generate and organize analytical data using software like Excel, and JMP for data trending.
• Support clinical data integrity and regulatory compliance through maintaining thorough records on data-related activities including data migration, transfer, calculation, conversion, data template revision etc.
• Analyze and document experimental data in laboratory notebooks in a timely and accurate manner in accordance with the company guidelines
• Perform general duties (BSC cleaning, Incubator sterilization, water bath cleaning) to support safe and efficient operation of the lab, as required
• Performs ad-hoc and cross-functional duties and/or projects assigned to support business needs and provide developmental opportunities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or biomedical engineering with 1+ years of experience in a research lab setting required; or
• Master’s degree in biological sciences or biomedical engineering required
• Previous training in handling and maintaining mammalian cell culture in a BSL2 laboratory is plus.
• Previous training in data analysis is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Basic skills in aseptic/sterile techniques and prior laboratory experience preferred.
• Competency in computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Power point).
• Self-motivated, team player and willing to accept temporary responsibilities outside of initial job description.
• Attention to detail, quick learner, and organized person.
• Good interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced small company environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities.
• Proven ability to be highly productive and successful in a high pace work environment with excellent attention to details and meticulous bench

Working Environment / Physical Environment

• This position will work on site in Torrey Pines, CA.
• This position will work at a bench in the laboratory
• Frequently working on the computer for data analysis.
• Occasionally lifting/carrying 11-20 lbs.