Principal Scientist – Immuno-oncology Lead

Job title:

Principal Scientist – Immuno-oncology Lead

Company

Engitix

Job description

Your mission

• Provide technical expertise in the field of oncology and immuno-oncology. In this role you will apply tumour cell biology and immunology expertise to characterise the tumour microenvironment, examining interaction of ECM with tumour cell and immune cell phenotype.
• Contribute to project progression using primarily cell-based screening and profiling assays to support validation and MOA studies.
• Lead a small team of scientists in the implementation of novel complex assay systems to probe the ECM, tumour cell and immune cell interactions.
• Play a key role in the strategy and the decision-making process to support target validation and appropriate data packages.
• Potentially assume a program leadership role for key drug discovery projects. Propose and execute innovative experiments or technical work programs which influence overall program/project direction.
• Expected to work independently liaising closely with colleagues within and across functional groups to ensure deadlines are met.
• Maintain clear and efficient communication, collate, interpret and present results, and contribute to reports where applicable.
• Influence the design and execution of experiments or highly technical work programs within his/her own discipline.
• Demonstrate evidence of developing and implementing new scientific strategies in own discipline and able to implement a six-month planning horizon.
• Able to appreciate and process abstract and complex data and results to then make significant decisions regarding programme/strategic direction.

Your profile

• PhD with experience in Biomedical sciences, Immunology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or related disciplines.
• At least 5 years’ working experience performing laboratory research in either an academic or biotech/pharma industry environment.
• Strong knowledge of tumour cell biology and immunology readouts including multi-colour Facs.

Why us?

• The potential to enable cutting edge research into the development of new therapies.
• An opportunity to work with a diverse team in a fast paced and ambitious environment.
• State of the art offices and laboratories at the Westworks, White City
• Highly competitive reward package including private medical insurance, bonus, pension, and much more!

About usWe are pioneering the way to significantly improve the lives of fibrosis and solid tumour patients and their families. Through our unique understanding of the extra-cellular matrix (ECM), and our world-class technology and approach, we are unlocking insights and enabling the generation of new, advanced therapeutics.At Engitix, relationships are the foundation of accomplishment.
We are one team working together in service of our mission to significantly improve the lives of fibrosis and solid tumour patients and their families. We care deeply about what we do and the impact we will have. Our dedication to be passionate, committed and respectful is at the heart of how we operate. It’s our DNA.

Expected salary

Location

London

Job date

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 22:02:33 GMT

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