Research Associate/Lab Technician – Early Pharmacology (100%)

CDR-Life is an innovative biotech company based in Horgen, Zurich where we develop novel immunotherapies against cancer and autoimmune disease based on our unique T cell engager technology. It is a dynamic mission-driven company with a highly collaborative approach. The Early Pharmacology team within Research contributes to the discovery and progression of novel therapeutic candidates by generating data that informs and drives target validation, lead optimization, and candidate selection. To support this team, we are looking for a curious and motivated:

• Generate high-quality and critical biological data to support the advancement of CDR-Life’s pipeline of immunotherapies from early discovery to preclinical development.
• Plan, conduct and analyze biochemical and cell-based assays for identification and characterization of immune-based therapies (e.g. ELISA, cytotoxicity and cytokine release assays).
• Conduct flow cytometric assays for immunophenotyping and characterization of antibody fragments.
• Develop assays, implement tools or evaluate new technologies or assay formats to support early pharmacology activities (e.g. cell line generation).
• Develop and conduct assays to support target evaluation (e.g. qPCR, Western Blot).
• Work closely with other Pharmacology group members as well as Discovery group to support hit identification and lead selection.
• Analyze, interpret and present experimental results at internal meetings.
• Maintain and optimize mammalian cell culture processes, organize and conduct PBMC isolation from buffy coats.

• Bachelor’s degree or trained lab technician in cell biology, immunology, biochemistry or related fields.
• Experience in a relevant industry setting preferred.
• Substantial experience with mammalian cell culture.
• Hands-on experience with immunological and cell-based assays (e.g., ELISA).
• Hands-on experience with flow cytometry and live-cell imaging is considered a plus.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
• Positive and proactive attitude with a strong focus on accuracy and reliability.

Why CDR-Life?

Enter a meaningful job with purpose – helping people with cancer and other incurable diseases. Become part of a team on a mission with a collaborative, open, and solution-oriented spirit where you can have an impact. Enjoy exciting opportunities for development and professional growth within our growing organization with flexibility that fits with your needs and lifestyle, as well as competitive salary and benefits.

To apply or in case of questions, please contact Athanasia Dasargyri. For your application, please combine CV and cover letter in a single pdf file. We are looking forward to hearing from you.

CDR-Life is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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