About Us:

Tentarix Biotherapeutics is an exciting company with a game-changing technology platform that allows for the discovery of next generation, multi-specific investigational drugs, called Tentacles, to address limitations of existing cancer, autoimmune and other disease therapies. 

We are led by a seasoned executive team with proven expertise in the field of multi-specific drug discovery. We are committed to hiring and retaining highly qualified and motivated team members who are passionate about making a difference for patients in the modern drug discovery landscape with our ground-breaking technology. 

Tentarix team members are creative, hands-on, self-directed, and display excellent communication skills. They also exhibit a high level of integrity, resiliency, and a determination to contribute to the success of the company. We offer autonomy, flexibility, a modern culture, and the best tools to ensure the success of our individuals and collectively.

Role:

The Research Associate will participate in the development and maintenance of Tentarix’s mammalian protein expression platform. Additionally, this person will support molecular biology, plasmid design, construction, and characterization.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in the development and maintenance of Tentarix’s mammalian expression platform.
• Perform transfections and develop/optimize small- and large-scale suspension HEK293/CHO cultures.
• Support characterization of our molecules by biochemical and cell-based assays.
• Support molecular biology design and construction of complex biologics, monoclonal and multi-specific antibodies, and soluble and membrane bound receptors.
• Independently plan and execute experiments, analyze results, and present data at team meetings.
• Maintain a meticulous record of their research.

 Qualifications and Skills:

• B.S., plus 0-2 or more years of experience with recombinant protein expression using mammalian systems, ideally in an industrial setting. More experienced applicants will also be considered.
• Hands-on experience with mammalian transient expression systems and/or stable cell line selection for recombinant protein expression and characterization is preferred.
• Technical experience in the development and execution of protein quantification and detection assays, such as ELISAs, is desired.
• Some experience with molecular biology or a willingness to learn molecular biology is a plus.
• Goal oriented, highly organized, and capable of multitasking
• Thrive in a cross functional team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience, training, licensure, certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Tentarix, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $65,000 - $82,000 + bonus target + benefits + equity.

Our employees are the Company’s most valuable asset, so we offer attractive compensation and benefits packages to retain the best in the field. Tentarix is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. 

Tentarix Biotherapeutics, Inc. also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. We are an E-Verify employer.