Senior Scientist I, Oncology Research

Title: Senior Scientist I, Oncology Research

Location: South San Francisco, California

Department: Oncology
Travel Required: 5%
Reports To: Executive Director
Department: Oncology Research
Position Type: Full-time, Exempt
Hybrid

Job Description:

Headquarters Location: South San Francisco, CA, Company relocating to Emeryville, CA Fall of 2026

Salary: USD 155000 - 175000 Annually

About CytomX Therapeutics:
CytomX Therapeutics, Inc. is committed to changing the treatment of cancer with our novel PROBODY® therapeutic platform. Our commitment to transforming lives with safer, more effective therapies is driven by our curiosity and passion for innovation and our belief that by acting with integrity in an honest, respectful, ethical manner, we have the power to change lives. Our workplace embodies collaboration, open communication, celebrating our successes, and holding each other to the highest possible standards. CytomX’s robust and differentiated pipeline comprises therapeutic candidates across multiple treatment modalities including antibody-drug conjugates (“ADCs”), 

Who You Are and What You’ll Do:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Scientist I to join the Oncology Research team. The successful candidate will have hands on experience leading early discovery research programs and will be technically skilled in developing and executing complex cell-based assays to characterize novel biologics. The candidate will have the opportunity to lead programs through the  progression of IND-enabling studies, working collaboratively across departments. In this role, the individual will design and conduct high quality experiments independently. S/he will be the scientific team leader responsible for data analysis, thorough documentation of work, and clear communication of results.

Job Responsibilities: 
•    Lead research programs and work collaboratively with line functions to define strategic direction and execute on programs 
•    Design, implement, analyze, and report high-quality immunology and cell-based assays.
•    Keep detailed, accurate, and up-to-date records of all experimental procedures and results.  
•    Present data at project team meetings and internal reviews with key stakeholders

Minimum Qualifications: 
•    PhD in Immunology, Cell biology or related field
•    4-6 years of industry experience (may include post doc)
•    Proven expertise with laboratory techniques including cell culture, flow cytometry, cytokine analysis, and cytotoxicity assays is required.
•    Demonstrated track record of independent critical thinking and scientific achievement in oncology or immunology 
•    Ability to work independently and to thrive in a highly collaborative, fast-paced, team-oriented environment with colleagues from diverse disciplines is essential.
•    Outstanding oral and written communication skills, critical thinking and problem-solving skills are required.
•    Please note that a presentation of a scientific seminar is required during the interview process

Preferred Qualifications: 
•    Strong background in immunology, and experience working with immunotherapy is preferred.
•    Excellent leadership and influencing skills

How You Will Work: 
•    Demonstrates collaboration and teamwork. Works well with others and understands that collaboration leads to better results. 
•    Possesses strong communication skills. Communicates clearly, concisely, and professionally. Listens actively to build understanding.
•    Exhibits strong interpersonal skills and self-awareness. Builds and cultivates strong and enduring relationships with others. Acts with humility and understands own strengths and weaknesses. 
•    Shows continuous improvement and a commitment to self-management and development. Operates with a continuous improvement mindset and continuously seeks to expand own knowledge and capabilities. 
•    Demonstrates a patient focus. Puts the patient first in actions and decisions taken.

Compensation, Benefits, and So Much More 
•    The expected salary range for this role based on the primary location for this position in California is $155,000-$175,000 per year. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
•    A great environment where we work collaboratively, leverage each other’s strengths, and work toward a shared vision with our common goals of doing the best thing for patients. 
•    A robust and enduring approach to your development and career growth fueled by a strong learning curriculum and career guidance that helps you understand how you can grow your career at CytomX. 
•    A robust and highly competitive total rewards program that helps you achieve your compensation goals while supporting a great work / life balance.

Conditions of Employment  
•    Background investigations are required for all positions at CytomX, consistent with applicable law. 
•    This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

CytomX’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)
CytomX believes that DEIB helps drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive, innovative work environment with employees who reflect our values and ultimately, serve our patients. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Further, we are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we (and the agencies we work with) will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship.  If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation, or need other assistance in applying for or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Human Resources, at [email protected]

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