Research Associate II/Senior Research Associate Upstream

<div><div style="width:6.6388in;"><div style="width:6.6388in;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="font-family:Arial;">SystImmune is a leading and well-funded clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company located in Redmond, WA and Princeton, NJ. It specializes in developing innovative cancer treatments using its established drug development platforms, focusing on bi-specific, multi-specific antibodies, and antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). SystImmune has multiple assets in various stages of clinical trials for solid tumor and hematologic indications. Alongside ongoing clinical trials. SystImmune has a robust preclinical pipeline of potential cancer therapeutics in the discover and IND-enabling stages, representing cutting-edge biologics development. We offer an opportunity for you to learn and grow while making significant contributions to the company's success.</span><br><br><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Upstream RAII or Sr. Research Associate to join our team onsite in Redmond, WA. This individual will lead and execute upstream project process development (USP) and technology transfer activities to support the development of clinical manufacturing processes for our protein therapeutics pipeline. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture, bioreactor operations, and process scale-up for biologics production.&#160;</span></span><br><br><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Responsibilities:</b></span></span></span><ul><li style="margin-left:32px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Design, plan and execute experiments in shake flasks, bench-top bioreactors, and other appropriate scale-down equipment in the development laboratory.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:32px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Ensures timely, effective, and high-quality documentation in electronic laboratory notebooks and internal technical reports.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:32px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Share results with stakeholders and present data to colleagues, management, and external audiences through project meetings, technical reviews, and conferences.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:32px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Support the technology transfer of manufacturing processes to pilot, clinical, and commercial facilities. </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:32px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Provide support and troubleshoots during manufacturing campaigns as needed.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-left:32px;margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Collaborate with team members and cross-functional groups to support safe, efficient, and well-organized lab operations.</span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;"><b>Requirements:</b></span></span></span><ul><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">BS/BA with 2+ years of experience, or MS with 1+ years of experience in Biotechnology, Microbiology, Cell Biology, Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, or other related disciplines.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Relevant research experience in a laboratory setting.&#160; </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Basic understanding of mammalian cell culture. </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">CHO cell culture experience preferred. </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Bioreactor setup and operation experience is strongly preferred. </span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Ability to grasp scientific concepts, interpret complex data, and formulate new hypothesis.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Requires competency in aseptic laboratory technique and the ability to design and carry out complex experiments and interpret data.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Requires demonstrated effectiveness in collaborative projects, and ability to communicate effectively with scientists and management in a highly matrixed organization.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Ability to lift 30lbs (cell culture media/buffer bags).</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Occasional weekend work will be required.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Work Location Assignment: On Premise.</span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Desired To Have</span></span></span><ul><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Practical knowledge and/or experience with microbial/mammalian cell culture metabolism, scale up, GLP/GMP practices, and technology transfers to pilot/commercial sites.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Team oriented, with excellent oral and written communication skills.</span></span></span></li><li style="margin-bottom:11px;"><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">Well organized and great attention to detail.</span></span></span></li></ul><br><span style="font-size:14px;"><span style="line-height:115%;"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif;">This job description is intended to present the general content and requirements for this job. &#160;The description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. &#160;Managers and supervisors may assign other duties as needed.</span></span></span><br>&#160;