Location
Landsberg am Lech | Germany
Job description
(Senior) Research Associate - Immuno-Oncology (gn)
About us
iOmx Therapeutics is a clinical-stage company in the field of immuno-oncology located in Martinsried/Munich, Germany. We are focusing on the development of first-in-class cancer immunotherapies, addressing novel immune evasion biologies, which are hijacked by tumors and their microenvironment. We are looking for highly motivated, self-driven and competent colleagues who share our vision and wish to contribute to translating this vision into reality.
Aufgaben:
As a part of the Research Department, you will contribute to the mechanistic understanding of novel immune-checkpoint targets and actively participate in the screening and selection of functional drug candidates against them for further development. You will work in a modern, semi-automated laboratory and will be eager to continuously evaluate and implement new state-of-the-art techniques to advance our target-tailored drug discovery and characterization efforts. Some of your daily tasks will include:
- Culture and maintenance of primary immune cells and immortalized cell lines
- Immune cell separation from Leukopaks and buffy coats and purity assessment
- In vitro primary immune cell-based experiments with execution of immunological endpoint assays such as flow cytometry, immune cytotoxicity assays, ELISA, multiplex, and live cell imaging
- Perform molecular biology and protein analytic assays such as qPCR, Western Blotting, CRISPR/Cas-based gene editing, transfection and transduction of cells
- Participate in routine laboratory management and organizational tasks
- Execution of experiments both independently and in a team, including diligent analysis, documentation, and presentation of your results in internal team meetings
Qualifikationsprofil:
- You hold a university degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in biology, molecular medicine, biotechnology, or a related field, or have completed a vocational training as laboratory assistant such as BTA, MTA, CTA and have at least 3 years of relevant work experience, preferably in an industry setting
- You possess extensive hands-on experience in the execution of immunological endpoint assays such as flow cytometry and ELISA
- Ideally you have experience in genome editing and/or in transfection/transduction of primary human immune cells or cell lines
- You have experience in operating semi-automatic liquid handling devices to conduct large scale experiments, ensuring comprehensive and accurate testing of a wide range of biological parameters
- You are experienced in using data analysis software such as GraphPad Prism and Flow Jo
- You are motivated to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment to meet project goals
- You are fluent in English (spoken and written)
Benefits:
We are a young biotechnology company with approximately 65 employees in Martinsried/Munich. We operate with flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes, offering a fulfilling career in a welcoming, trusting, and international work environment. By joining us, you can expect the following:
- Work-Life Balance: In addition to 30 days of vacation per year, we offer flexible working hours to provide space for a balanced life between work and personal commitments.
- Mobility Grant: We prioritize sustainability by offering support for bike leasing and job ticket options, enabling you to choose environmentally friendly transportation alternatives.
- Professional Development Opportunities: At iOmx, you'll have the chance to enhance both your personal and professional skills. We actively foster your individual growth through training and development programs.
- Open and International Corporate Culture: We pride ourselves on an open, appreciative, and international corporate culture, characterized by flat hierarchies.
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