Research Associate I-III IN VITRO

Job Description

Job Description

WHAT WE DO :

Calidi Biotherapeutics is a clinical-stage immuno-oncology company with proprietary technology that is revolutionizing the utilization of oncolytic viruses through an allogeneic cell-based delivery system. Calidi Biotherapeutics is advancing this potent stem cell and oncolytic virus combination for use in multiple difficult-to-treat oncology indications. Our team is also developing a universal cell delivery system to protect, amplify and potentiate oncolytic viruses currently in development.

Job Overview / Summary :

The IN VITRO Research Associate, performs research and / or development in collaboration with others for projects. Makes detailed observations, analyzes data and interprets results. Investigares, creates and develops new methods and technologies for project advancement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Maintain primary and established cell lines.
• Generate immunophenotyping and immune cell functional data using techniques such as multicolor flow cytometry, ELISA, and xCELLigence RTCA.
• Isolate protein, DNA, and RNA from cell cultures and tissues; perform gene and protein analysis using qPCR and Western blot.
• Support to the generation and purification of recombinant viruses. Perform VPA assay
• Assist with general cell culture for the production of oncolytic viruses, including herpes simplex virus, vaccinia virus, and / or adenovirus.
• Analyze and organize experimental data with strong attention to detail.
• Assist with laboratory maintenance, inventory, and cleaning tasks.
• Adhere to EH&S guidelines, participate in mandatory safety training, and follow SOPs to ensure study integrity and compliance.
• Support the in vivo team as needed, including animal handling and sample collection.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills / Qualifications :

Education, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations :

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REASONING ABILITY :

Language Skills :

The Perks :

Work Location :

Calidi Biotherapeutics employment provides the opportunity to work in beautiful San Diego, California only minutes from the nearest beach.

EOE and Accommodation :

We value diversity and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, gender expression, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Calidi Biotherapeutics provides reasonable accommodation in job application procedures for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need accommodation in connection with the recruiting process due to a disability, you may include this information in your cover letter. If you are selected to interview for a position, you may also request an accommodation with our team directly.

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EMPLOYER’S RIGHTS :

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.

The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.