Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. · 19 hours ago
Senior Scientist
Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States of America
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$108K/yr - $163K/yr
2+ years expAlexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is seeking a highly motivated Senior Scientist with expertise in cancer immunology/immunotherapy. The role involves designing and executing research projects, analyzing data, and contributing to drug discovery focused on myeloid biology and immunotherapy.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Independently conduct mechanistic cancer immunology and drug discovery research experiments using techniques in immunology, molecular, and cellular biology
Assess and report data with little guidance in a clear and concise manner with a strong understanding of its implications within the overall context of drug discovery
Maintain a well-developed understanding of approaches to investigate the function of myeloid cells and aspects of drug discovery
Actively liaise between programs/departments, sharing scientific knowledge and feedback on others’ experiments to ensure efficient relay of information and translation of data
Ensure own work and work of peers is compliant with Good Laboratory Practice, Safety, Health, and Environment standards, and all other relevant internal AstraZeneca standards and external regulations
May be asked to lead or co-lead a project team and contribute to scientific publication goals
Qualification
Required
A PhD in immunology, cancer biology, or related field with minimum of 2 years of experience
Extensive experience in studying T cells or myeloid cells: MDSC, macrophages, dendritic cells, expertise or knowledge of peptide vaccines
Strong hands-on skills in basic biochemical and immunological methods including multi-color flow cytometry (FACS), ELISA/multiplex assays, western blotting, luminescence assays, cell killing assays, high content imaging
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Ability to work in a high-paced team environment, plan and meet timelines
Proven track record of success in your research, and experience preparing written scientific reports (e.g., manuscripts) and oral presentations to broad and diverse audiences
Preferred
In vivo expertise in murine tumor models
Experience developing cancer immunotherapy including cancer vaccines and cellular therapies
Benefits
Qualified retirement programs
Paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves)
Health, dental, and vision coverage in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans
Company
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease is focused on pioneering new possibilities for the rare disease community.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.8M2020-12-12Acquired
1999-02-12Post Ipo Equity· $5.8M
1996-02-29IPO
Leadership Team
Frederic Chereau
SVP, Strategy and Business Development
Imran Shakur
Director, IRT and Technology Lead
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