Associate Scientist, Translational Medicine

Job Description

Job Description

Umoja Biopharma is a game-changing biotech start-up with locations in Seattle, WA and Louisville, CO, focused on transforming the treatment of cancer with a novel integrated immunotherapy platform. Our vision is to develop off-the-shelf therapies capable of treating any tumor, any time. We are a diverse and growing team working in brand-new facilities in downtown Seattle, Washington, and Louisville, Colorado, and we are looking for innovative thinkers who are excited by groundbreaking science and technology, and passionate about squaring up to the challenges inherent to cutting edge drug development. We are committed to the principles of Diversity Equity and Inclusion and strongly invite applications from enthusiastic individuals who share our commitment and help position Umoja as a leader in this front.

We at Umoja believe in the importance of stories; we are looking for great people to join our team to help us create more stories for ourselves, for you, and most importantly for patients and their families.

Umoja Biopharma – Your Body. Your Hope. Your Cure.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Umoja Translational Medicine team at Umoja Biopharma is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Scientist to support laboratory-based technical operations. This role will focus on executing bioanalytical assays and supporting clinical sample testing to advance investigational products. This role will also oversee management and organization of clinical samples and critical reagents, ensuring seamless workflow and operational excellence within the lab environment.

The ideal candidate will have foundational industry experience and a strong technical background in immunology and molecular biology. This is a hands-on lab role with opportunities to contribute to assay development and translational research.

This is a great opportunity to be part of an exciting startup biotechnology company and to develop the next generation of cancer immunotherapies with a portfolio that could allow greater responsibility and career opportunities.

CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES

Specific responsibilities include :

• Execute and support fit-for-use bioanalytical methods for clinical biospecimen testing, including flow cytometry, molecular assays, and serum / plasma-based protein analysis.
• Assist in assay optimization and qualification under guidance from senior scientists.
• Oversee the management and organization of clinical samples, ensuring proper handling and storage.
• Prepare, maintain, and organize critical laboratory reagents, ensuring proper labeling, handling, storage, and disposal as needed.
• Create and maintain accurate and complete laboratory records using an electronic notebook system that adheres to company guidelines and in accordance with SOPs and regulatory guidance.
• Support data analysis and contribute to technical reports and presentations for communication of study results in cross-functional meetings.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure smooth assay transfer and execution.

The successful candidate will have :

Preferred Qualifications :

Physical Requirements :

Salary Range : $90,610 - $111,930

Benefits Offerings

Umoja Biopharma offers its employees competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans. Additionally, we offer Umojians access to a 401k plan through Fidelity, with a 100% match up to their first 4% deferral. Umoja also provides a generous Paid Time Off policy, employee commuter benefits, and cell phone stipend. For a full breakdown of our benefits offerings, please see the Benefits section of our website.