Merge Therapeutics
Avidity-enhanced multispecific antibodies for I&I
We are a pre-seed, venture-backed company currently operating in stealth mode. Our focus is best-in-class multi-specific antibodies for autoimmune and other chronic inflammatory diseases. We are looking for passionate individuals to build out our research and pre-clinical development team.
Position Summary:
We seek a highly motivated Scientist or Senior Scientist with a strong background in immunology to support our efforts in target validation, early phase antibody drug discovery, and IND-enabling studies. The ideal candidate is an individual that enjoys a fast-paced and dynamic work environment, with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and independently to support program goals and timelines.
Responsibilities:
● Develop, perform, and optimize a wide variety of in vitro and ex vivo assays using human primary immune cells to screen targets and evaluate the therapeutic activity of novel multi-specific antibodies
● Design, manage, and coordinate in vivo studies with CROs, including PK/PD studies and disease models
● Analyze and organize data for scientific presentations, reports, manuscripts and patents
● Establish expertise in relevant fields and propose new scientific directions by staying up to date with relevant literature and scientific congresses
Qualifications:
· PhD or equivalent post-graduate degree in Immunology or related field is required
· 0-4 years of experience in industry or postdoc, preferably in the field of autoimmunity
· Demonstrated track record of innovation as shown by multiple first author publications
· Direct experience working with primary immune cells, multi-color flow cytometry and other immunological methods is required
· Experience working with therapeutic antibodies and designing in vivo studies is a plus
· Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects simultaneously
· Self-starter with strong scientific curiosity and rigor, excellent interpersonal and analytical skills, and outstanding written and verbal communication skills
· A desire and willingness to grow and learn and be a key contributor at a company aimed at developing novel therapeutics for patients
To apply for this job email your details to sfbiotech10@gmail.com