Co-Op Student, In Vitro Pharmacology

Company Description
Zymeworks is a publicly listed (NASDAQ:ZYME) clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development and commercialization of next-generation, biospecific and multifunctional biotherapeutics, initially focused on the treatment of cancer. Zymeworks' suite of complementary therapeutic platforms and its fully-integrated drug development engine provide the flexibility and compatibility to precisely engineer and develop highly-differentiated product candidates.
About The Position
We are currently seeking a Co-op Student to join our In Vitro Pharmacology team, a part of Multispecific Antibody Therapeutics. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting experimental tasks related to therapeutics research. The Co-op Student will be involved in designing and executing complex immunological assays to interrogate new biology and fuel the development of innovative biotherapeutics. This position will be based in Vancouver, BC. The candidate must be available to work on site without relocation assistance.
Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with other members of the assays team and conduct all activities in accordance with scientific standards, OS&H regulations and established Zymeworks policies and practices.
• Analyze data, prepare slides, and communicate results.
• Adhere to Zymeworks standard procedures for generating, documenting and archiving data and maintaining an accurate, up-to-date lab notebook or electronic notebook.
• Execute functional immunological assays such as on cell binding, reporter gene assays, ADCC, TDCC, and/or ADCP.
• Support mammalian tissue culture activities of the assay group using aseptic techniques.
• Assist in interrogating novel biology utilizing flow cytometry, high content imaging, MSD or other techniques.
• Ensure cell lines are properly expanded, frozen down and databases updated as required.

Education And Experience

• Currently be enrolled in an undergraduate program in Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Immunology or a related discipline
• Must be able to work onsite in Vancouver, BC, without relocation assistance
• Must be available for a co-op term of at least 8-months. Successful completion of at least one relevant co-op term is preferred

Skills And Abilities

• Interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Basic working knowledge of antibody structure and function
• Organizational skills and the ability to work effectively in a high-paced, fast-changing environment
• Enthusiasm for innovation and discovery
• Excellent communication skills
• Good computer skills particularly with Excel and PowerPoint

Why Work for Us?
Innovation. Act with Integrity. Collaboration. Embrace Diversity. Care
We come from many countries, cultures, races, ethnicities, abilities, and nationalities. We bring our passions including singing, biking, swimming, dancing, cooking, volunteering, parenting, coaching, and much more! We are proud of our nearly equal balance of men and women and strengthened by our non-binary and transgender team members. Every employee belongs.
Zymeworks’ employees are passionate, engaged and extremely motivated to succeed. We are excited by the cutting-edge science and technology, the endless possibilities this union holds and the sheer opportunity to be a part of something big. To learn more about Zymeworks Inc., please visit our website at www.zymeworks.com.
How to Apply
If you are interested in this challenging opportunity, please apply via your University’s Co-op program process.