Company overview

Azalea Therapeutics is a seed-stage biotechnology company currently operating in stealth. Azalea is broadly interested in developing the next generation of cell and genome therapies.

 

Position summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and technically proficient Scientist to join our dynamic and growing team. The Scientist will have a unique opportunity to impact both the science and environment of an early-stage biotechnology company. As part of an innovative, intellectually stimulating, and fast-paced team, the Scientist will help pursue Azalea’s goal of developing the next generation of cell and genome therapies.

 

The Scientist position requires on-site work at our world-class laboratory in Berkeley, CA, along with at a vivarium in Alameda, CA.

 

The Scientist will have opportunities for rapid scientific and professional growth, including the opportunity to communicate scientific findings through conference presentations and/or journal publications.

 

Salary will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, training, and market. Benefits include the potential for equity, employer-sponsored 401k, and competitive healthcare plans.

 

Azalea Therapeutics is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard for a person’s race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, genetics, disability, veteran status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law.

 

Key responsibilities

  • Assist with designing, producing, characterizing, and testing novel therapeutics in small animal models, in addition to mammalian cell lines and primary cell types.

  • Write and amend IACUC documents.

  • Analyze data and communicate results within a team setting.

  • Maintain detailed and organized notes and results within an electronic notebook.

  • Additional duties and responsibilities as required based on the needs of the company.

 

Required skills and background

  • PhD/DPhil in molecular or cell biology, immunology, bioengineering, or related discipline and at least 4-6 years of laboratory research experience in academia or industry.

  • Experience with handling mice, colony maintenance, and in vivo experimentation. (e.g. IV compound administration, sample collection, biochemical and cellular analysis of tissue samples, and necropsy).

  • Strong communication, problem-solving, organization, and work ethic.

  • Ability to rapidly learn new technical skills as well as teach others.

  • Ability to work both collaboratively and individually in a fast-paced research environment.

 

Preferred skills and background

  • Knowledge or experience with CRISPR-Cas genome editing.

  • Experience with molecular cloning, DNA/RNA isolation, tissue culture, flow cytometry, and/or next-generation sequencing (NGS).

  • Experience with testing engineered CAR/TCR T (and/or immunotherapeutic) efficacy in mice, including small animal IVIS imaging.

  • Experience with humanized (PBMC and/or CD34+) mouse models.

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