Research Associate/Senior Research Associate (Contract)
Janux is seeking a highly motivated Research Associate/Senior Research Associate with demonstrated skills in standard assay execution related to antibody screening methods. The candidate will participate in hands-on pre-clinical drug discovery and development programs with a focus on quantitatively characterizing antibody binding characteristics. The candidate will characterize and develop large molecules as a key member of the drug discovery team. The successful candidate will have extensive hands on experience with standard immunological and cancer biology techniques (Flow cytometry, ELISA, Octet BLI or biacore SPR and others). The ideal candidate will also have bacterial cell culture and mammalian tissue culture experience. General experience with plate based biochemical assays is also preferred.
This position is hands-on and requires the effective communication and documentation of results that enable the advancement of novel research molecules toward development candidates. Ideal applicants will be collaborative and team-oriented, possess excellent communication and organizational skills, and carry a strong commitment to excellence.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform quantitative ELISA-based characterization of peptides and antibody molecules
- Conduct basic protein analysis: SDS-PAGE and Western blot
- Conduct basic biochemistry using plate based (96 well or 384 well) assay systems
- Perform mammalian cell culture, cell banking, and cell staining (flow cytometry) experiments
- Complete quantitative analyses and basic interpretations of experimental data
- Produce detailed documentation of experiments within a lab notebook and electronically
- Conduct and report laboratory experiments on a daily basis
- Conduct multiple research activities in parallel
- Comfortably work with Excel and Graphpad Prism software
- Clearly communicate data to supervisor and in team meetings
- Other duties as deemed necessary
Required Skills/Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, bioengineering, chemical biology, or related scientific discipline with 3-5+ years of experience in biotech/pharmaceutical industry, or Master’s degree with 2+ years of experience.
- Basic experience with flow cytometry cell staining, ELISA, SDS-PAGE, western blot, and other standard cell based & non-cell based quantitative biochemical assays
- Experience with basic tissue culture techniques (cell expansion and banking) and aseptic handling of material
- Experience completing quantitative plate based biochemical assays using various plate readers
- Experience quantifying results in Excel and Graphpad Prism
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Candidates must have effective troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Success in this role requires high attention to detail with the ability to multi-task
- Candidates must be an effective team player, strong individual contributor, self-motivated, flexible, and able to handle multiple tasks and deliver high quality results under tight timelines
- Highly organized and diligent about documentation is required and cannot be overstated
Compensation:
The anticipated pay range for this role will be $35/hour to $45/hour.
Please note that the hourly salary range is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, internal equity and work location.
Job Type:Contract
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Occasional weekend and/or holiday availability may be requested
Work authorization:
Work Location:
- On site required – San Diego
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Janux Therapeutics, Inc.is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing a work environment free of harassment and discrimination based upon a protected category, as well as an environment free from retaliation for protected activity