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Title: Research Associate - Car-T/Cell Therapy
Duration: 12 months contract
Location: Santa Monica, CA 90404
Shift: Standard Business Hours
Position Summary
• Culture, quality control (QC), and cell banking of diverse solid tumor cell lines
• Engineer, culture and characterize CAR T cell function in vitro
• Support the timeline-sensitive Pre-IND/IND research activity and work cross-functionally with different teams
Responsibilities
• Culture, quality control (QC), and cell banking of diverse solid tumor cell lines
• Engineer, culture and characterize CAR T cell function in vitro
• Perform routine laboratory procedures including ddPCR, qPCR, Flow, Luminex/MSD for ELISA and various cell-based immunoassays and biochemical assays
• Analyze, interpret, and translate results into actionable and tangible findings
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of laboratory procedures, experimental designs, and results in compliance with organizational standards; familiarity with Benchling a plus.
• Design and execute fit-for-purpose or hypothesis-based experiments; analyze and interpret data to support development
• Communicate effectively research plans and results, in both oral and written form
• Coordinate tasks across multiple projects, work closely with cross-functional teams to support ongoing research projects, ensuring seamless integration of experimental findings
• Contribute to a dynamic, exciting culture that embraces teamwork and innovation
• Support the timeline-sensitive Pre-IND/IND research activity and work cross-functionally with different teams
Qualifications
Education:
• Master's Degree and 2+ years of related industry/academic Experience OR
• Bachelor's Degree and 4+ years of related industry/academic experience OR
Experience:
• BS 6+ years or MS 3+ years or equivalent degree of relevant experience in Cell Biology and/or Immunology
• Prior hands-on experience in the CAR-T field is preferred
• Experience with ex vivo CAR T manufacturing is preferred
Skills:
• Proficiency in experiment design, data analysis, interpretation, and presentation. Required high degree of accuracy and attention to details
• Hands on experience with primary T cell isolation, culture and assays (e.g. cytotoxicity assays, cell proliferation assays, xCELLigence/eSight assays), multicolor flow cytometry, SCLC cell line culture and data analysis (FACSDiva, FlowJo, GraphPad, Prism, Excel)
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• The ideal candidate should be flexible to meet team's priorities and willing to support team members with their projects
Why Work With Us?
We believe in more than just jobs—we build careers. At Net2Source, we champion leadership at all levels, celebrate diverse perspectives, and empower you to make an impact. Think work-life balance, professional growth, and a collaborative culture where your ideas matter.
Our Commitment to Inclusion & Equity
Net2Source is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to fostering a workplace where diverse talents and perspectives are valued. We make all employment decisions based on merit, ensuring a culture of respect, fairness, and opportunity for all, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, or other protected characteristics.
Awards & Recognition
• America's Most Honored Businesses (Top 10%)
• Fastest-Growing Staffing Firm by Staffing Industry Analysts
• INC 5000 List for Eight Consecutive Years
• Top 100 by Dallas Business Journal
• Spirit of Alliance Award by Agile1
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