Senior Immuno-Oncology Scientist - Cell Assay & Validation

Scorpion Therapeutics; California (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics is seeking a Senior Associate Scientist in Research Oncology to advance immuno-oncology programs and develop cancer therapies. The role emphasizes in vitro assays and mechanism-of-action studies.

The candidate will perform cell culture, gene editing, and primary immune cell isolation, and collaborate with in vivo pharmacology teams to support preclinical mouse models. A strong immunology background is required.

Qualifications

• BS with 5+ years or MS with 3+ years in Immunology, Biology, or related fields.
• Strong expertise in immunology, cell culture, flow cytometry, and assay development.
• Experience with primary immune cells, reporter, cytotoxicity, and cell engineering assays.
• Familiarity with in vivo pharmacology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute in vitro cell-based assays using primary and engineered mammalian cells for target validation and candidate characterization.
• Perform mammalian cell culture, gene editing, and primary immune cell isolation.
• Conduct functional assays such as reporter, proliferation, and cytotoxicity tests.
• Collaborate across disciplines and support in vivo pharmacology studies, including preclinical mouse models.

Skills

Immunology

Cell culture

Flow cytometry

Assay development

Primary immune cells

Reporter assays

Cytotoxicity assays

Cell engineering

Education

BS with 5+ years or MS with 3+ years in Immunology/Biology

Job description

Scorpion Therapeutics is seeking a Senior Associate Scientist in Research Oncology to advance immuno-oncology programs and develop cancer therapies. The role emphasizes in vitro assays and mechanism-of-action studies.

The candidate will perform cell culture, gene editing, and primary immune cell isolation, and collaborate with in vivo pharmacology teams to support preclinical mouse models. A strong immunology background is required.