Scientist 2 - Biology/Microbiology

Spring House, PA Contract Duration: 12-24 months Rate: Negotiable Salary: NA $1.00 Responsibilities: Excellent employment opportunity for a Scientist 2 - Biology / Microbiology in the Spring House, PA area. The candidate will join the department research efforts in the discovery and development of the next generation of cell therapies, small molecule therapeutics and biologics for the treatment of cancer. Will be part of a team driving forward research programs across the different stages of pre-clinical drug discovery. Responsibilities include the design, execution and interpretation of studies for the validation and characterization of new targets and therapeutic agents. The scientist will effectively and frequently collaborate with colleagues in the immuno-oncology department and antibody development group, as well as present scientific results to multidisciplinary teams. Primary responsibilities (include, but are not limited to) Ability to design, perform and interpret complex in vitro and ex vivo experiments. Proficient in cell biology assays that could include flow cytometry, ELISAs, cell proliferation, cytokine assays, cellular cytotoxicity assays, immune cell isolation from whole blood or tissues, cell culture, transfection and cloning of stable cell lines. Previous experience with cytokine profiling with Mesoscale or Luminex assays and carrying out functional assays is desirable. Characterization of immune cell subsets e.g., NK cells, myeloid cells, T-cells. Ability to analyze and present data in professional publication ready format and work independently to manage multiple experiments simultaneously. Candidate will collaborate with stakeholders from all relevant functions and must demonstrate clear and professional verbal and written communication skills. Experience: PhD or equivalent level of experience. An analytical personality, ability to problem solve and learn new techniques is required. Previous experience setting up cell-based assays and working on cancer biology is desirable. Proficient with graphing software such as Graph Pad, Sigma Plot and able to analyze data, apply curve fits and determine IC50's or EC50's of leads. Prior Biotech/Pharma experience is preferred.

Created: 2026-04-02