Scientist II - Immuno-oncology discovery Job at Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences, Waukegan, IL

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  • Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences
  • Waukegan, IL

Job Description

  • Katalyst Healthcares & Life Sciences is hiring entry level candidates for several positions for contract research in Clinical trials of drugs, biologics and medical devices.
  • We have a few immediate job opportunities available in Drug Safety and Pharmacovigilance and Clinical Research field. We work with University hospitals, pharmaceutical companies and recruiting partners.

Job Description



Job description

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We seek a multidisciplinary scientist to join client’s Discovery Immuno-oncology to perform proof of concept experiments to advance novel therapeutic modalities. The successful candidate will apply skills in cellular and molecular biology, biochemistry, immunology, and/or cancer biology to perform proof of concept studies for novel oncology drugs. This person will leverage these skills as a member of the cross-functional team to support client’s drug discovery pipeline. Applicants should have laboratory research experience and a strong desire to continue in a laboratory-focused role to support the discovery and development of new cancer therapeutics.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and conduct critical experiments that further project goals.
  • Efficiently organize and present scientific plans/results at project team meetings.
  • Implement and innovate new experimental protocols/techniques.
  • Generate reliable data in a timely manner, interpret results, and draw conclusions from experiments.
  • Manage multiple research activities and possess a broad range of technical expertise.
  • Clearly and concisely communicate to internal and external stakeholders.
  • Exhibit strong teamwork and collaborative attitude within a fast-paced multi-disciplinary environment.

Requirements:

  • Master’s Degree in cell/molecular biology, oncology/ immuno-oncology, or a related field with typically 3-5+ years of experience.
  • Technical expertise in cell/molecular biology (e.g. cell culture, gene editing, siRNA knockdown, PCR) and biochemical assays (e.g., Western blot, ELISA, MSD)
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • •Can-do attitude/team-oriented/open to tackling new challenges.
  • Proficiency with software programs, including MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, GraphPad.
  • Experience in oncology drug discovery (small molecule, PROTAC or biologics) is a plus.
  • Highly developed communication skills and ability to engage internal and external team members in collaborative research
  • Enthusiasm and passion for executing innovative scientific research. Impactful research experience demonstrated by high-quality publications, patents and/or presentations at conferences.

Additional Information



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Job Tags

Contract work, Immediate start,

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