This on-site role is within the Immuno-Oncology Research and Development group. We are seeking a highly motivated Scientist with a strong experimental background in cellular and molecular biology, immunology, and assay development. The successful candidate will support discovery-stage programs through execution of in vitro experiments, immune cell-based assays, sample preparation, and advanced imaging workflows.

The ideal candidate will have a PhD and hands-on laboratory experience in immunology, cell biology, or a related discipline, with an interest in learning and applying microscopy-based approaches to support therapeutic antibody discovery and characterization.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and analyze cellular and immunological assays supporting antibody and multi-specific therapeutic programs
• Perform mammalian cell culture, immune cell isolation, immune phenotyping, and functional characterization assays
• Support sample preparation and execution of microscopy-based experiments, including fluorescence imaging and other advanced imaging platforms
• Assist in development, optimization, and troubleshooting of in vitro assays for therapeutic molecule evaluation
• Generate, analyze, and interpret experimental data using appropriate statistical and visualization tools
• Present findings at internal team meetings and contribute to scientific discussions
• Maintain detailed laboratory records and prepare written summaries of experimental results
• Collaborate closely with scientists across immunology, protein engineering, bioassays, and computational biology teams
• Contribute to establishment of new experimental methods and workflows as programs evolve
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• PhD in Immunology, Cell Biology, Cancer Biology, Molecular Biology, Bioengineering, or a related field
• Strong hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture and cell-based assays
• Working knowledge of immunology and immune cell biology
• Experience with fluorescence microscopy, image analysis, or sample preparation for imaging applications is highly desirable
• Experience with flow cytometry, immune phenotyping, or functional immune assays preferred
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies and experimental techniques quickly
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Collaborative mindset with a positive, adaptable, and proactive approach to research
• Possess the right attitude (agile, curious, positive, open-minded, "can-do" mindset), and have the ability and strong desire to "make things happen"

Work Environment

• Bench top work in a BSL-2 laboratory environment, including potential exposure to biohazards
• Adherence to Health and Safety standards when working with temperature-controlled systems, including liquid and vapor phase liquid nitrogen

Physical Demands

• Occasional lifting to 30 pounds
• Requires repetitive multi-channel pipetting, single channel pipetting, and computer data entry
• Fine motor movements in fingers/hands to operate computers and other office and lab equipment, repetitive motion with lab equipment
• Stooping, bending, crouching, reaching, or climbing ladders

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• May need to work outside of standard working hours at times
• This role is currently working onsite and is expected to work onsite for working hours, with flexibility to work start time. The work location for this role is in Redmond, WA

Travel

• Attendance and participation in national and international conferences encouraged

Compensation and Benefits:
The expected base salary range for this position is $90,000 - $110,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to a candidate's level qualifications, experience, and skills.
While most offers typically fall within the low to mid-point of the range, we may extend an offer toward the higher end for exceptional candidates whose background and expertise exceeds the requirements of the role.

SystImmune offers a comprehensive benefits package including: 100% paid employee premiums for medical/dental/vision, also STD, LTD, a 401(k) plan with a 50% company match of up to 3% and a vesting schedule of only 5 years, 15 PTO days per year, sick leave, plus 11 paid holidays and MORE.

We offer an opportunity for you to learn and grow while making significant contributions to the company's success.