Analytical Development - Senior Research Associate

ABOUT US

At Quell we seek to deliver truly innovative, life-changing therapies for our patients. Our vision as a company is to build a major global biopharmaceutical company bringing transformational and valued therapies for a range of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, as well as preventing rejection in organ transplantation, based on modular engineered Tregs.

OUR COMPANY

Quell Therapeutics Ltd (“Quell”), the world leader in the development of engineered T-regulatory (Treg) cell therapies for serious medical conditions driven by the immune system, announced it has raised $156 million in an oversubscribed Series B financing. The financing round was co-led by Jeito Capital, Ridgeback Capital Investments, SV Health Investors and Fidelity Management & Research Company LLC with participation from founding investor Syncona. New investors include British Patient Capital through its Future Fund: Breakthrough program, Janus Henderson Investors, Monashee Investment Management, Point72 and funds managed by Tekla Capital Management LLC

THE ROLE

Senior Research Associate – Analytical Development

We are looking to expand our Analytical Development team. The individual will work closely with the Analytical MSAT team while participating in the effective running of daily operations in the Analytical Development Team. The individual will contribute to the analytical development of molecular biology based assays to help to develop our CAR-Treg therapies.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for a talented and motivated individual to contribute to a key part of our work. Quell offers an exciting and highly dynamic environment focused on developing cutting-edge Treg therapies.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES    

• Conduct experiments independently and share data in cross-functional meetings.
• Understand goals and contribute to well-defined scientific projects with the input of idea for experimental design.
• Provide analytical testing via PCR across a range of projects including method qualification and validation.
• Support routine PCR testing of PD samples.
• Support material stability and variability studies.
• Support material management within the laboratory including inventory management and material location organisation.
• Maintain highly organised and detailed documentation and establish relevant SOPs.

EXPERIENCE 

• Minimum BSc degree with 2+ years or MSc degree with 1+ years of related experience
• Demonstratable expertise in analytical techniques including qPCR and dPCR.
• A good fundamental understanding in the background of molecular biology.
• Demonstratable experience in method qualification.
• Excellent time management and prioritising skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• An understanding of immunology and cell therapy.
• Ability to work independently once trained in the relevant analytically technique.
• Experience writing scope of work, SOPs and study reports.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team, supporting one another and held accountable for project deliverables.
• Detail-orientated and highly accurate.
• Professional and personable communication skills.
• Driven to solve problems pragmatically.
• Demonstrates strong organisational and prioritisation skills to manage a diverse workload.
• Good working attitude, reliability, and flexibility.
• Desire to work with integrity and act as an ambassador for Quell and the wider busineess

BENEFITS

• Holidays: 25 days per year.
• Life Assurance: 4 x base salary.
• Group Personal Pension: Auto enrolled at 6% employer contribution, 3% employee contribution.
• Health Cash Plan
• Private Medical Insurance for your whole family.
• Annual Bonus.

PERKS

• Fantastic collaborative environment at Translation & Innovation Hub
• $156 Million Investment including brand new lab equipment, innovative methods, and exposure to cutting edge technology.
• Flexible working.
• Fast paced and progressive company looking for future leaders and innovators.