Sr. Research Associate

We are seeking an experienced, creative and motivated Senior Research Associate to join our growing team in Emeryville. In this role, you will contribute to the company's efforts to develop next-generation cell therapies in solid tumor malignancies by making large numbers of viral vectors. The successful candidate will have a strong molecular biology and virology background and will be expected to work in a collaborative cross-functional team environment, perform experiments, organize and analyze results, communicate effectively and present findings in team meetings.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute to the overall advancement and success of our CAR T research programs.
• Generate and characterize large numbers of lentiviral vectors for production of CAR T cells for use in in vitro and in vivo studies and IND filings
• Stay current on the latest scientific literature relevant to cellular therapies, cell engineering, and T cell biology.
• Collect, organize, interpret, and present data in small group meetings.

Contribute to a dynamic, exciting culture that embraces teamwork and innovation

PREFERRED TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Generation of retroviral/lentiviral vectors and transduction of target cells
• Experience with routine molecular biology techniques including droplet digital PCR, ELISA, protein determination, DNA/RNA extractions.
• Proficiency in the use of software to support data analysis such as FlowJo, GraphPad Prism, as well as Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Smartsheet)
• Proven ability to work as part of a team as well as think independently and creatively; organize results and generate presentations; present results in small group meetings in a clear and organized manner; be an affable and energetic colleague and team player
• Flow cytometry experience would be an asset

EXPERIENCE

• B.S. degree with 2+ years of experience, M.S. degree with 0-2 years of experience
• Degree in biology-related field required; degree in immunology, virology or cell biology highly preferred
• Extensive experience with mammalian cell culture
• Prior experience with cell therapy, and/or viral vector production preferred
• Prior experience in industry preferred

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Kite is a biopharmaceutical company engaged in the development of innovative cancer immunotherapies with a goal of providing rapid, long-term durable response and eliminating the burden of chronic care. The company is focused on chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) and T cell receptor (TCR) engineered cell therapies designed to empower the immune system's ability to recognize and kill tumors. Kite is based in Santa Monica, CA. For more information on Kite, please visit www.kitepharma.com. Sign up to follow @KitePharma on Twitter at www.twitter.com/kitepharma.

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