Summary

Must have experience working in the industry.

Elephas, a Madison, WI-based biotechnology start-up company, is seeking a highly motivated Senior Scientist to join our team. Applicants should be comfortable in a fast-paced and collaborative environment and have experience executing, leading, and managing projects in an industry setting. The successful candidate will work individually and as part of a matrixed team to develop, execute, and mentor junior team members to support the development of Elephas’ ex vivo cancer diagnostic platform. Expertise in ex vivo tumor model development, immunology, biochemistry or bioanalytical assay development is preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluates literature and supports new technology and protocol development.
• Works directly at the bench and mentors team members to execute on project activities.
• Designs and executes experimental studies to support research or development goals.
• Acts a project lead and takes ownership of projects toward completion
• Acts as a subject matter expert (SME) and represents the R&D team in various cross-functional or product/project team meetings
• Participates in occasional weekend or off schedule work as part of the R&D team

Education/Experience/Skills

• Master’s Degree + 8 years of relevant experience; at least 3 yr in an industry setting OR
• PhD + 5 years of relevant experience required with at least 2 yr in an industry setting.
• Demonstrated experience in one of the following areas: Ex vivo tumor model development, immunology, biochemistry, bioanalytical assay development.
• Must be published and/or have patents
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

We offer our employees competitive compensation and benefits, including paid time off, health insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan, and stock options.

DISCLAIMER

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.