Research Scientist

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Sr. Director I/O Research, conduct in vitro and in vivo pre-clinical research to optimize the stimulation of the immune system using the Nano-Pulse Stimulation Platform. Conduct additional pre-clinical research where the data indicates further research.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities, as management may deem necessary from time to time.

• Conducting in vitro biological techniques, including cell culture and bioassays (i.e. ELISA, Flow Cytometry);
• In vivo skills such as handling and treating rodents, tissue sampling, ex vivo post processing of tissues;
• Conducting survival surgeries on rodents for internal tumor treatments;
• Design experiments using syngeneic mouse tumor models to optimize the stimulation of the immune system;
• Review and provide assessments/analysis of scientific studies;
• Lead role for studies, training, and other projects as needed;
• Interacting with other functions with interdepartmental projects, project planning, etc.;
• Give presentations as required;
• Working closely in teams executing protocols.

Qualifications and Education:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• BS w/ 10 years, MS w/ 5 years or PhD w/ 3 years of experience in biological science required;
• Five years of relevant experience in medical device, biotech, biomedical, life sciences field; industry experience is highly desirable;
• Extensive experience generating and treating tumors in vivo in rodents, including survival surgical experience;
• Experience with sterile technique, cell culture, standard cellular/molecular biological techniques;
• Understanding, planning, coordinating and conducting complex research studies;
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail;
• Excellent verbal and writing skills; experience with MS Outlook, Word, and Excel;
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate and work well in a team environment.

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