Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center · 19 hours ago
Senior Researcher - Bioanalyst, RNA Therapeutics Lab
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$76K/yr - $117K/yr
4+ years expMemorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center is dedicated to ending cancer for life through innovative research and patient care. They are seeking a Senior Researcher - Bioanalyst to join their RNA Therapeutics Lab, focusing on developing bioanalytical assays for immunological evaluation of mRNA-based personalized cancer vaccines.
EducationHealth CareHospitalLife ScienceTraining
Responsibilities
Specific skills include mouse injection, tissue isolation and processing, tumor implantation, T cell characterization, cell transfection, flow cytometry, ELISA, cellular and in vivo imaging
Development of bioanalytical assays of RNA and LNP’s for preclinical assessment in vivo and in vitro, focusing on T-cell responses, as well as GMP analytical release aligned with regulatory guidance and requirements
Assays will assess immunological potency and other measures of RNA/LNP performance, in both cellular and in vivo contexts, to make decisions on RNA and LNP platforms
Plan, lead and execute in cellulo and in vivo experiments as needed
Collaborate with formulation, research and GMP arms to pursue optimal mRNA designs, lipid formulation, and processes
Write laboratory standard operating procedures for assays and routine methodologies for tech transfer to GMP operations
Analyzing data and creating graphs using appropriate software (e.g., SoftMax Pro, Excel, Prism) and data visualization tools; writing reports of results and methods used and presenting data at regular lab meetings
Perform routine maintenance, operation and inventory for a variety of laboratory instruments and reagents, which may include, but are not limited to: microplate readers, analytical reagents, and the flow cytometer
Following proper safety recommendations and handling procedures for different biological and chemical materials and ensuring others in the laboratory adhere to proper safety procedures
Training other laboratory personnel as needed
Performing all other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
M.S. in biology/immunology or other related field with a minimum of 4 years of experience; Ph.D preferred
Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced research environment, managing multiple projects while maintaining precision
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot experimental challenges
Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to interact across all levels in a confident, concise, professional manner
Enthusiasm and dedication to MSK's vision, mission and values
Company
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$102.31MKey Investors
Hyundai Hope On WheelsMassMutual FoundationNational Cancer Institute
2024-08-28Grant· $0.1M
2023-07-12Grant· $0.01M
2022-09-27Grant· $0.2M
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