Research Associate/ Senior Research Associate Job at LTZ Therapeutics, San Mateo, CA

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  • LTZ Therapeutics
  • San Mateo, CA

Job Description

Job Description

About Us

LTZ Therapeutics is an immunotherapy-focused biotech company engaging in the development of

novel therapies to improve clinical outcomes in patients with cancer and other diseases with an unmet clinical need. Our mission is to spearhead the discovery and development of the next generation of innovative immunotherapies for cancer.

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate in the Biology department. The position is full-time, on-site, and located at our headquarters in Redwood City, CA. The ideal candidate is an individual who is interested in working in a fast-paced, dynamic, and highly collaborative biotech environment with a willingness and ability to take on new challenges successfully. The candidate will be part of a cross-functional project team working on early drug development.

Responsibilities

  • Execute standard immunological assays (cell proliferation, cytokine analysis, phenotyping) using a variety of methods (plate-based assays, ELISA, flow cytometry, cell reporter assays)
  • Creatively adapt standard assays or develop novel assays to test the unique biology of our platform.
  • Isolate and analyze cell subsets of interest from various tissues or mixed cell suspensions.
  • Support PK/PD and biomarker analysis as needed.
  • Present data at regular group meetings and recommend next steps.
  • Document research activities and findings in electronic laboratory notebooks and reagent registries in keeping with the highest industry standards.
  • Exhibit excellent analytical, organizational, communication, and time management skills.
  • Lab activities will be ~75% time.

Required Experience/Qualifications

  • BA/BS or equivalent in biology, immunology, or a related discipline with 4+ years of relevant industry or academic research experience; MS degree or equivalent in biology, immunology, or a related discipline and 2+ years of experience conducting original research.
  • Deep understanding of immunology.
  • Experience developing immune assays and working with primary immune cells (B, T, myeloid, and NK) is required.
  • Proficiency in running multi-parameter flow cytometry panels, analysis of immune cell function, and immune cell isolation.
  • Skilled in executing assays such as binding, ADCC/ADCP, internalization, and/or various immunoassays to assess complex biology.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enthusiasm and curiosity in science, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic cross-functional environment.
  • Experience with drug discovery and/or early development.
  • Experience with bioinformatics/computational biology tools would be a plus.

Skills

· Excellent laboratory skills.

· Excellent data analysis and organizational skills.

· Excellent communication skills.

· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits:

· Competitive compensation package including base salary, annual bonus, stock options and 401k.

· Competitive benefits package in healthcare, life insurance, and paid time off

EEO Statement:

 

LTZ Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Please send your CV to:

Kathy Zeng, kathy.zeng@ltztherapeutics.com

Priti Singh, priti.singh@ltztherapeutics.com

 

Job Tags

Full time,

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