Description
Headquarters Location:
South San Francisco, CA, then transferring to Emeryville in the summer of 2026
Candidate Location:
Hybrid
Travel Required:
10-15%
Reports To:
Senior Scientist I, Protein Sciences
Department:
Protein Sciences
Position Type:
TEMP for 6 months+
About CytomX Therapeutics:
CytomX Therapeutics, Inc. is committed to changing the treatment of cancer with our novel Probody® therapeutic platform. Our commitment to transforming lives with safer, more effective therapies is driven by our curiosity and passion for innovation and our belief that by acting with integrity in an honest, respectful, ethical manner, we have the power to change lives. Our workplace embodies collaboration, open communication, celebrating our successes, and holding each other to the highest possible standards.
CytomX has a broad pipeline, which comprises seven therapeutic candidates across multiple treatment modalities including antibody-drug conjugates (“ADCs”), T-cell engaging bispecific antibodies (“TCBs”), and immune modulators such as cytokines and checkpoint inhibitors (“CPIs”). Learn more at www.cytomX.com.
Who You Are and What You’ll Do:
You are passionate about life sciences and making a difference to cancer patients, their families, and healthcare providers.You will be responsible for Quality Control (QC) analysis, lab inventory management and distribution of protein and DNA reagents for discovery and development programs, formulation of samples for in vivo studies, small scale transfections and purification of novel reagents, and aiding in protein purification and transfection projects as needed for the Protein Sciences department.
Job Responsibilities:
- Take ownership of and manage the inventory, storage, and distribution of protein reagents and DNA plasmids utilizing an automated system.
- Take ownership of the workflow for small scale transfection, production, and purification to assist Research and Development.
- Communicate clearly with other departments and individuals to help fulfill protein, DNA, and formulation requests.
- Support the in vivo studies by providing required therapeutic agents in appropriate dosing formulations utilizing aseptic technique.
- Conduct QC testing such as protein concentration, SDS-PAGE, endotoxin measurement, and aggregation as required.
- Manage and perform Quality Control testing of DNA plasmids for protein production.
- Assist in sample preparation and basic data analysis for LC-MS studies.
- Manage the shipment of samples to and from CROs.
- Support with large scale protein production and purification as required, including upkeep of cell lines.
- Maintain general laboratory upkeep and lab inventory supplies such as buffers, reagents, and other consumables.
- Follow all laboratory safety guidelines and practices while performing all the above tasks.
- Prepare presentations and present experimental data as requested.
- Assisting working with or assisting vendors with maintaining or PMing departmental equipment.
- Assisting in the coordination and implementation of a laboratory move from one location to another.
Education/Experience:
- PhD in in Biochemistry or related field with 0-2+ years of experience in the biotechnology or biopharma industry OR MS in Biochemistry or related field with 2-6+ years of experience in the biotechnology or biopharma industry OR BS in Biochemistry or related field with 4-8+ years of experience in the biotechnology or biopharma industry
- Leveling will be assigned based on ability to perform/own role responsibilities.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Experience with protein characterization assays such as concentration determination, endotoxin measurements, SDS-PAGE, CE-SDS, and/or analytical SEC.
- Experience with tissue culture and aseptic technique.
- A very solid understanding of the basics of DNA and proteins.
- Previous experience with preparing buffers and other reagents.
- Previous experience with DNA sequencing.
- Experience with Microsoft Suite, including Powerpoint, Excel, and Word.
- Strong organizational skills, even in fast-moving, dynamic environments.
- Good interpersonal, collaborative, and communication skills.
- Ability to be adaptable and resilient with a focus on problem-solving.
- At the associate scientist level, must have the ability to own the full purification workflow as well as method development.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Expertise in operating the Tecan and AKTA systems.
- Experience with Electronic Lab Notebooks.
- Experience in protein purification.
- Experience with intact LC-MS.
How You Will Work:
- Demonstrates collaboration and teamwork. Works well with others and understands that collaboration leads to better results.
- Possesses strong communication skills. Communicates clearly, concisely, and professionally. Listens actively to build understanding.
- Exhibits strong interpersonalskills and self-awareness. Builds and cultivates strong and enduring relationships with others. Acts with humility and understands own strengths and weaknesses.
- Shows continuous improvement and a commitment to self-management and development. Operates with a continuous improvement mindset and continuously seeks to expand own knowledge and capabilities.
- Demonstrates a patient focus. Puts the patient first in actions and decisions taken.
Compensation, Benefits, and So Much More
- The expected salary range for this role based on the primary location for this position in California starts at $49.50/hour for the Senior Research Associate level, and starts at $56.25/hour for the Associate Scientist level. Offer level and hourly rates are determined by factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
- A great environment where we work collaboratively, leverage each other’s strengths, and work toward a shared vision with our common goals of doing the best thing for patients.
Conditions of Employment
- Background investigations are required for all positions at CytomX, consistent with applicable law.
CytomX’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)
CytomX believes that DEIB helps drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive, innovative work environment with employees who reflect our values and ultimately, serve our patients. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.Further, we are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals.
As part of this commitment, we (and the agencies we work with) will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation, or need other assistance in applying for or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Human Resources, at [email protected]
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