Research Associate I/II at Immatics

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Flow Cytometry, Aseptic Cell Culture, Data Analysis, Experimental Design, Documentation, Laboratory Skills, Attention to Detail, Communication, Initiative, Quality Control, Equipment Calibration, Troubleshooting, Optimization, SOP Compliance, Team Collaboration, Time Management

Industry

Biotechnology Research

Description

FLSA Classification: Non-exempt/hourly Schedule: Monday-Friday; 12:00pm-9:00pm, 40-hour/week, fully on-site Department: CMC Process & Analytical Development Reports to: Associate Director, CMC Process & Analytical Development Supervisory responsibilities: No Location: Weatherford - 13203 Murphy Rd. Stafford, TX 77477 Position Summary/objective: The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for supporting the company’s ongoing clinical trials by performing product characterization assays. This is an excellent opportunity to join a core lab to develop and/or expand career skills and knowledge in a growing field. Essential functions: Execution of flow cytometry-based assays per Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) or study plans. Perform aseptic cell culture and processing. Maintains accurate documentation in compliance with SOPs and appropriate federal and local regulations. Perform routine laboratory duties as required. Actively assist with data analysis, experimental design, choice of control samples, optimization of flow cytometry protocols and instrument settings. Assist with drafting and updating of documents Secondary functions: Perform daily routine equipment calibration and maintenance according to established SOPs. Maintain, operate, and troubleshoot core instruments and support users. Competencies: Basic laboratory skills and competencies with general lab equipment. Attention to details and accuracy. Ability to prioritize and adapt quickly in a fast-paced and changing industry. Proactively drive quality and efficiency to meet timelines and milestones to deliver high quality deliverables. Clear and efficient verbal and written communication skills. High degree of initiative and intrinsic motivation. Work environment: This position works in a typical office and/or clinical lab environment with moderate noise levels and uses phone, computer, office equipment and supplies on a regular basis. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, pathogens and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, risk of electrical shock, sharps, or cuts, while performing tests. Physical demands: Communicating Verbally – expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word to impart oral information to others to convey detailed spoken instructions or other workers accurately, loudly or quickly. Hearing – the ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds one-on-one, group or conference, telephone, and other sounds. Keyboarding – entering data or text into a computer or other machine by means of a keyboard. Devices include a traditional keyboard, 10 key-pad, touch screens and others. Lifting - raising or lowering an object (up to 25 lbs) from one level to another (includes upward pulling). Carrying is to transport an object – usually by holding it in the hands or arms but may occur on the shoulder. Near Visual Acuity – clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less (working with small objects, reading small print, including the use of computers). Pushing - Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the object. Pulling - Exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force. Sitting – remaining in a sitting position for at least 50% of the time. Standing/Walking - remain on one's feet in an upright position at a workstation. Stooping – occasional bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist - requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles. Required education and experience Bachelor’s Degree in biological science or related field. Minimum two (2) years of relevant experience. Preferred education and experience Master’s Degree in biological science with 2 years of flow cytometry experience. Work experience in multi-user core facility. Knowledge and experience with high parameter flow cytometry and software (DIVA, FlowJo). Work authorization/security clearance requirements Legal eligibility to work in the United States is required. Immatics participates in E-Verify and all new employees will be subject to the Department of Homeland Security requirements for employment Affirmative Action/EEO statement Immatics is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, medicalconditions, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.” Other duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This job description may not cover all duties that take place on a daily basis and may be changed as business needs change. Employee will be responsible for adapting and learning the duties as described above or as the new ones are introduced. Please apply using your FULL LEGAL FIRST AND LAST NAME as displayed on your government identification. Immatics’ fundamental purpose is to apply its technology and drug development efforts toward improving the outcomes for cancer patients through the exciting advances of using the immune system to fight the disease. From its research and development origins in Tübingen, Germany, to its cell therapy center in Houston, Texas and corporate functions in Munich, Germany, Immatics represents a trans-Atlantic team united to build a global leader in T cell receptor-based immunotherapies. We are only accepting digital applications via the application form of each position. For general inquiries on recruiting topics, please write a message to RecruitingUS@immatics.com for US recruiting topics.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will support ongoing clinical trials by performing product characterization assays and executing flow cytometry-based assays. They will also assist with data analysis, experimental design, and maintaining accurate documentation.