Exciting opportunity in immuno-oncology research

This is a lab-based position, working in our team of cell biologists and immunologists on the in vitro characterisation of novel cytokine therapeutics. The ideal candidate will be passionate about cell culture and applying this to drug discovery. An interest in assay development, flow cytometry and immune cell activation mechanisms will be a big advantage. We offer the chance to work in an exciting team at the forefront of immune cell biology, with the opportunity to be involved in the next generation of immuno-oncology and autoimmune disease therapies.

Starting date as soon as possible.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform biochemical and cell biological assays to profile and screen compounds
• Perform cellular biology experiments to discover and validate new targets primarily relevant to cancer and immuno-oncology
• Implement new cellular and biochemical assays for compound profiling
• Work independently with minimal supervision to design and conduct experiments, analyze, interpret and communicate data in team meetings
• Involvement in cell biology lab management and organization

Skills:

• Hands-on experience in biochemical, molecular biological and/or cell biological techniques is required.
• Experience in culturing mammalian cells and sterile technique is required.
• Experience with preparing and characterising primary - especially immune cells - is an advantage.
• Hands-on experience with cell-based assays, flow cytometry and immunological methods is highly desirable.
• Enthusiasm for developing, applying and optimizing new protocols and techniques.
• Well-organized, highly motivated and quick to learn.
• Good English communication skills, both oral and written.

Essential Qualifications:

• Apprenticeship/BSc/MSc in biological science or related field.
• 2+ years experience of cell culture in a molecular biology, biochemistry or cell biology lab.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively without supervision.
• Swiss/EU citizenship or current Swiss work permit.

About Bright Peak Therapeutics

Bright Peak Therapeutics is a pioneering Basel and San Diego-based biotech using a blend of chemical synthesis, protein engineering and recombinant technology to create and develop immunotherapies for cancer and autoimmune diseases. We produce and conjugate enhanced cytokine payloads to existing antibodies to generate what we call “Bright Peak Immunoconjugates”. The company was spun out from the ETH Zürich in 2017 and initiated a phase 1 trail for BPT567 in 2024.

In addition to salary compensation, we offer a comfortable working environment, modern and well-equipped offices and labs, drinks and snacks, regular social events, free parking if needed and we aim for a supportive, enjoyable and inclusive work culture. Diversity and equality of opportunity is important to us and we encourage applications from people of all social and cultural backgrounds.