Job Description

We are looking for a Research Associate or Associate Scientist to join our California team to work on viral vaccine programs. This position provides a great opportunity for learning and contributing to multiple aspects of vaccine development, particularly early-stage clinical trials, immunologic assay development and clinical sample testing. The position requires a highly motivated, detail-oriented team player with strong communication skills. The candidate must be well-organized and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced regulated environment.

A competitive compensation package is provided. Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Education

BSc or MSc degree in Life Sciences with 0-10 years' experience in an academic or industrial setting.

Main activities

Develop and qualify or validate virologic and immunologic assays (ELISA, cell-based immune assays) for clinical sample testing Measure vaccine specific serum and nasal antibodies in the clinical samples Process blood samples to isolate and preserve PBMC for cellular immune responses Propagate vaccine viruses in cell culture and quantitate by plaque assay Perform molecular assays such as RNA extraction, RT-PCR/RT-qPCR and sequence analysis Maintain tissue culture cell lines

Preferred Skills

Mammalian cell culture including cell maintenance and propagation Immunological assays such as ELISA and immunofluorescent staining Molecular biology techniques such as RNA isolation, cDNA cloning, RT-PCR, and qPCR Excellent record keeping and organization Strong bioanalytic and data analysis skills Experience in virological skills is preferred
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Ability to Commute:

San Jose, CA 95134 (Required)
Work Location: In person