Company Overview
ImmunityBio, Inc. (NASDAQ: IBRX) is a commercial-stage biotechnology company developing cell and immunotherapy products that are designed to help strengthen each patient's natural immune system, potentially enabling it to outsmart the disease and eliminate cancerous or infected cells. We envision a day when we no longer fear cancer, but can conquer it, thanks to the biological wonder that is the human immune system. Our scientists are working to develop novel therapies that harness that inherent power by amplifying both branches of the immune system, attacking cancerous or infected cells today while building immunological memory for tomorrow. The goal: to reprogram the patient's immune system and treat the host rather than just the disease.

Why ImmunityBio?
* ImmunityBio is developing cutting-edge technology with the goal to transform the lives of patients with cancer and develop next-generation therapies and vaccines that complement, harness and amplify the immune system to defeat cancers and infectious diseases.
* Opportunity to join a publicly traded biopharmaceutical company with headquarters in Southern California.
* Work with a collaborative team with the ability to work across different areas of the company.
* Ability to join a growing company with professional development opportunities.

Position Summary

The Research Associate II will work as part of the Analytical and Process team at ImmunityBio Inc., to support adoptive cell therapy projects based on our Natural Killer (NK) cell platform. The role will assist in developing, optimizing and validating bioassays to support cell therapy projects; and will support the efficient operation of the laboratory and perform scientific studies to support cell therapy projects.

Essential Functions

• Perform cell based assays with minimal supervision to support Product development and CMC team.
• Perform cell characterization using Flow Cytometry.
• Maintain, calibrate and operate cell analytical equipment and instruments
• Develop standard operating procedures, analytical test methods, analytical sampling plans and batch records
• Provide support to cross-functional team to advance development of NK cell therapy products
• Develop or adapt analytical methods for cell therapy products and develop process improvements and efficiencies
• Design and execute method development and qualification in support of lead candidate selection, process development, product release and stability, and product characterization
• Design and execute experimental approaches and new analytical technologies and assists with continuous improvement of analytical tools
• Design and execute experiments to develop, qualify, and transfer cell-based potency methods for the testing and release of pipeline products.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of experience in Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology or a related field; or Master's degree with 1+ years in Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in academic or pharmaceutical industry
• Experience with immunoassay technologies such as flow cytometry, ELISA and MSD is required.
• Experience with immunoassay technologies such as, flow cytometry, ELISA and MSD and molecular assays (DD-PCR, RT-qPCR)
• Experience with cell therapy products including NK cells is a plus

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Competent in handling and maintaining mammalian cell culture in a BSL2 Laboratory is required
• Demonstrated knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing of biotechnology products, aseptic processing, analytical method development, technology transfer, method qualification/validation and process development
• Follow laboratory procedures with attention to detail, and successfully execute experiments at the bench.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced small company environment with minimal direction and able to adjust workload based upon changing priorities
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and willing to accept temporary responsibilities outside of initial job description
• Ability to think critically and demonstrate troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent skill in Microsoft word, Excel and data analysis using FlowJo and MACSQuanitfy

Working Environment / Physical Environment

• This position works in a lab environment
• This position is for bench work in the laboratory
• Frequently working on the computer for data analysis.
• Occasionally lifting/carrying 11-20 lbs.

This position is eligible for a discretionary bonus and equity award. The annual base pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on the successful candidate's qualifications, prior experience as well as geographic location.

$75,000 (entry-level qualifications) to $85,000 (highly experienced)

The application window is anticipated to close on 60 days from when it is posted or sooner if the position is filled or closed.

ImmunityBio employees are as valuable as the people we serve. We have built a resource of robust benefit offerings to best support the total wellbeing of our team members and their families. Our competitive total rewards benefits package, for eligible employees, include: Medical, Dental and Vision Plan Options * Health and Financial Wellness Programs * Employer Assistance Program (EAP) * Company Paid and Voluntary Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability * Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts * 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match * 529 Education Savings Program * Voluntary Legal Services, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance and Employee Discounts, Rewards and Perks * Paid Time Off (PTO) includes: 11 Holidays * Exempt Employees are eligible for Unlimited PTO * Non-Exempt Employees are eligible for 10 Vacation Days, 56 Hours of Health Pay, 2 Personal Days and 1 Cultural Day * We are committed to providing you with the tools and resources you need to optimize your Health and Wellness.

At ImmunityBio, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.

ImmunityBio is a mandatory vaccination employer for COVID-19 and its variants. The Company requires that its employees be fully vaccinated as of their start date. If you require a medical or religious accommodation we will engage in the interactive process with you. Proof of vaccination will be required prior to start. If we make you an offer and you are not yet vaccinated, we will accommodate a delay in start date. ImmunityBio may also mandate that its employees receive vaccine boosters, and all accommodation laws will be followed.