Scientist II, Systems Immunology

Jobtailor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Immunai is seeking an immunology-focused expert to support external collaboration projects and drive data-driven insights for drug development. You will work on the dry lab team and contribute to planning goals, activities, and timelines.

The role requires a Ph.D. in immunology, experience with single-cell RNA sequencing, and strong communication skills to present findings to stakeholders. Join a collaborative environment advancing bioinformatics platforms.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in immunology or closely related field required.
• 2–5 years of postdoc or industry experience.
• Hands-on single-cell RNA sequencing analyses in R (preferred) or Python.
• Experience with multimodal single-cell data (CITE-seq, TCR/BCR-seq, spatial) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an immunology SME on internal and external collaboration projects.
• Lead the translation of data analyses into actionable drug development insights.
• Shape and improve bioinformatic platforms based on immunological insights.
• Communicate concepts and findings to external stakeholders via presentations and reports.
• Perform literature reviews and maintain knowledge of immunotherapy and single-cell technologies.

Skills

Single-Cell RNA Sequencing

Data Analysis in R

Data Analysis in Python

Multimodal Single-Cell Data

CITE-seq

TCR/BCR-Seq

Spatial Approaches

Project Planning

Literature Reviews

Bioinformatics

Education

Ph.D. in Immunology

Tools

R

Python

Job description

• Serve as an immunology subject-matter expert on internal and external collaboration projects.
• Utilize computational skills as part of the External Collaborations dry lab team.
• Independently contribute to project planning, including goals, activities, and timelines.
• Lead the translation of data analysis to biological insights to generate actionable recommendations for drug development.
• Help shape Immunai’s bioinformatic platforms to reflect immunological insights.
• Communicate concepts and findings to external stakeholders through presentations and data reports.
• Perform literature reviews on project-specific immunological concepts and maintain current knowledge of immunotherapies, immunology, and single-cell technologies.
• Advise computational teams on matters of immunology.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in immunology or closely related field - A MUST
• A minimum of 2-5 years of related experience (postdoc or industry)
• Hands-on experience dealing with single-cell RNA sequencing including coding and data analysis in R (preferred) or Python - A MUST
• Experience with multimodal single-cell data such as CITE-seq, TCR/BCR-seq, or spatial approaches is a plus.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Strong analytical skills, problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and innovation aptitude
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Excellent organization and time management skills, with an ability to multitask
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in immunology and bioinformatics, with a strong focus on single-cell RNA sequencing and data analysis. Capable of translating complex data into actionable insights for drug development while effectively communicating findings to stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Ph.D. In Immunology
• Single-Cell RNA Sequencing
• Data Analysis In R
• Immunological Insights
• Excellent Communication Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Single-Cell RNA Sequencing
• Data Analysis In R
• Data Analysis In Python
• Multimodal Single-Cell Data
• CITE-Seq
• TCR/BCR-Seq
• Spatial Approaches
• Project Planning
• Literature Reviews
• Bioinformatics

Soft Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Problem-Solving Ability
• Attention To Detail
• Interpersonal Skills
• Time Management

Certifications & Qualifications

• Ph.D. In Immunology

Industry Keywords

• Immunology
• Immunotherapies
• External Collaborations
• Biological Insights
• Data Reports