What are the responsibilities and job description for the Scientist position at BioSpace?
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Scientist to join our team at Qum Therapeutics. This role is a great opportunity to bring your expertise and enthusiasm to a collaborative, talented, and innovative team. In this role, you will play a key role in optimizing and executing high-throughput screening assays to evaluate the efficacy of our antibody candidates and understanding the mechanism of action to contribute to the development of novel therapeutics. We’re looking for someone with hands-on experience in cell culture, multi-color flow cytometry, ELISA/MSD, and relevant immunoassays. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in immunology or a related field and have a strong background in immunology, particularly in immune modulating antibodies. Strategic thinking, strong interpersonal skills, kindness and respect are essential. This position offers an exciting opportunity for growth and career advancement, along with a competitive compensation package. If you’re ready to contribute your expertise to the development of novel groundbreaking therapeutics, we encourage you to apply!
Who We Are
Qum Therapeutics is an innovative biotech startup operating in stealth mode, located at MBC Biolabs in San Francisco. Our mission is to transform therapies by precisely targeting and eliminating pathogenic cells with minimal side effects. As an early-stage company, we offer exciting opportunities for both personal and professional growth, along with the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies in immuno-oncology and other disease areas. Our team is composed of bay area biotech veterans, all committed to developing groundbreaking treatments that improve patients’ lives. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the CEO and CTO, while reporting directly to the Director of Research.
What You’ll Do
Independently design and execute cell-based in vitro experiments to support target validation, safety assessment, and drug candidate evaluation from Qum Therapeutics’ pipeline using advanced immunological techniques, including multiparametric flow cytometry, ELISA, MSD, Luminex
Analyze and interpret experimental data, providing clear insights and generating comprehensive reports
Maintain detailed documentation of experimental methods, results, and data in an electronic lab notebook
Present research findings to cross-functional teams, actively participating in assay design and project strategy through literature-based insights
Stay informed on emerging scientific literature and contribute to publications and presentations
Contribute to mechanistic investigations and assist in developing and validating novel immunological assays and screening technologies across various therapeutic areas
Who You Are
PhD in Immunology, Biology, Cell Biology or relevant field / or Master degree and 5 years of relevant experience
Hands on experience with laboratory techniques such as multi-color flow cytometry, ELISA / MSD, cell culture, and immunoassays
Strong understanding of standard statistical analysis of scientific data using data software tools (e.g., Prism, FlowJo)
Ability to adapt quickly, learn new skills, and think creatively to address evolving research priorities
Proven ability to collaborate, manage multiple projects to meet deadlines, and take on additional responsibilities as needed
Strong organizational skills, record-keeping and interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written) required
Work well in a cross-functional team environment, both independently as well as be willing to help others
Benefits And Pay
At Qum Therapeutics we may be a startup, but we prioritize taking care of our team. Here’s what you can expect:
Comprehensive Medical & Dental Insurance – We’ve got your health covered.
Equity Compensation – Be a part of our success with ownership in the company.
Estimated based salary – from $100,000 – $120,000
Paid Time Off – Enjoy 15 days of paid vacation plus a year-end shutdown to recharge.
A High-Impact, Fast-Growing Work Environment – Your work will directly contribute to our growth and success.
To all recruitment agencies: Qum Therapeutics does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias or to Qum Therapeutics employees. Qum Therapeutics is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
Who We Are
Qum Therapeutics is an innovative biotech startup operating in stealth mode, located at MBC Biolabs in San Francisco. Our mission is to transform therapies by precisely targeting and eliminating pathogenic cells with minimal side effects. As an early-stage company, we offer exciting opportunities for both personal and professional growth, along with the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies in immuno-oncology and other disease areas. Our team is composed of bay area biotech veterans, all committed to developing groundbreaking treatments that improve patients’ lives. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the CEO and CTO, while reporting directly to the Director of Research.
What You’ll Do
Independently design and execute cell-based in vitro experiments to support target validation, safety assessment, and drug candidate evaluation from Qum Therapeutics’ pipeline using advanced immunological techniques, including multiparametric flow cytometry, ELISA, MSD, Luminex
Analyze and interpret experimental data, providing clear insights and generating comprehensive reports
Maintain detailed documentation of experimental methods, results, and data in an electronic lab notebook
Present research findings to cross-functional teams, actively participating in assay design and project strategy through literature-based insights
Stay informed on emerging scientific literature and contribute to publications and presentations
Contribute to mechanistic investigations and assist in developing and validating novel immunological assays and screening technologies across various therapeutic areas
Who You Are
PhD in Immunology, Biology, Cell Biology or relevant field / or Master degree and 5 years of relevant experience
Hands on experience with laboratory techniques such as multi-color flow cytometry, ELISA / MSD, cell culture, and immunoassays
Strong understanding of standard statistical analysis of scientific data using data software tools (e.g., Prism, FlowJo)
Ability to adapt quickly, learn new skills, and think creatively to address evolving research priorities
Proven ability to collaborate, manage multiple projects to meet deadlines, and take on additional responsibilities as needed
Strong organizational skills, record-keeping and interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written) required
Work well in a cross-functional team environment, both independently as well as be willing to help others
Benefits And Pay
At Qum Therapeutics we may be a startup, but we prioritize taking care of our team. Here’s what you can expect:
Comprehensive Medical & Dental Insurance – We’ve got your health covered.
Equity Compensation – Be a part of our success with ownership in the company.
Estimated based salary – from $100,000 – $120,000
Paid Time Off – Enjoy 15 days of paid vacation plus a year-end shutdown to recharge.
A High-Impact, Fast-Growing Work Environment – Your work will directly contribute to our growth and success.
To all recruitment agencies: Qum Therapeutics does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias or to Qum Therapeutics employees. Qum Therapeutics is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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