Scientist Investigator

$80,000 - $110,000/Yr

Keliomics, Inc. - Portland, OR

Full-time - Senior

Portland, OR

About the position

The Scientist Investigator position at Keliomics, Inc. is a leadership role focused on conducting experimental work for an NCI-funded project in breast cancer. This role involves hands-on laboratory work, team management, and ensuring compliance with study protocols while generating innovative breast cancer models and tracking therapeutic responses.

Responsibilities

• Review study protocols and apply scientific training to experimental work.
• Perform hands-on experimental benchwork approximately 60% of the time.
• Generate breast cancer 3D models such as spheroids and/or organoids.
• Incorporate breast cancer 3D models to ex vivo human breast tissue.
• Drug the resulting ex vivo breast tumor models with clinical standard-of-care regimens.
• Track therapeutic responses of the ex vivo breast tumor models with time-lapse fluorescence microscopy.
• Record all experimental data in an electronic lab notebook (Benchling).
• Coordinate and communicate all study work, including scheduling, documentation, and reporting.
• Motivate, direct, and support a team to ensure successful project execution.
• Ensure accurate recording, verification, organization, and reporting of results.
• Perform all activities in compliance with the protocol, amendments, and facility SOPs.
• Proactively recognize, document, and resolve potential issues affecting studies.

Requirements

• PhD with 1 or more years postgraduate experience, preferably in a biotech, pharmaceutical, or CRO environment.
• Prior experience producing 3D breast cancer models (i.e. spheroids or organoids).
• Prior experience in wet lab oncology.
• Experience leading and motivating teams.
• Prior experience with human biospecimens and cells.
• Prior experience with automated fluorescence microscopy.
• Protective HBV vaccination titer or willingness to be vaccinated upon starting the role.
• Experience performing BSL2 work.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to bring order to chaos by aligning internal and external resources to achieve project milestones.
• Self-directed, highly organized, and collaborative.
• Meticulous attention to detail, organizational skills, and follow-through.
• Excellent time management skills, ability to multi-task and prioritize work.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Creative problem-solver with drive and ambition.
• Prior experience working with electronic lab notebooks (e.g. Benchling).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word/Excel/Power Point.
• Prior experience with project management, statistical and graphical software programs.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and quickly adapt to changes.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $80,000 - $110,000 per year.