Scientist, Immunology - San Diego, CA
Company: Mirador Therapeutics, Inc.
Location: San Diego
Posted on: January 9, 2026
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Job Description:
Mirador is a next-generation precision medicine company focused
on immunology and inflammation. The company’s Mirador360 TM
precision development engine leverages the latest advances in human
genetics and cutting-edge data science to rapidly advance new
precision medicines for patients living with chronic
immune-mediated inflammatory and fibrotic diseases. Launched in
2024, Mirador has raised over $400 million from leading life
sciences investors and is based in San Diego, CA. Summary We are
seeking a motivated, versatile, detail-oriented Scientist to join
the Immunology Team. The focus will be on preclinical and
IND-enabling in vitro studies. The ideal candidate is an individual
that enjoys a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
Responsibilities Conceptualize and perform cell-based functional
assays (cell lines, primary cells, whole blood) to support target
validation, antibody drug screening, mechanism of action studies,
biomarker identification and/or companion diagnostics development.
Work on preclinical and IND-enabling in vitro studies. Analyze,
critically interpret data and share results to project teams as
required. Keep meticulous records of experiments performed and
maintain ELN entries. Work collaborative with other scientists in
the group in a highly matrixed lab environment. Experience and
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with 8 or more years experience or
Master’s degree with 6 or more years experience. Experience with
molecular/ cell biology techniques such as CRISPR, RT-PCR, cell
transfection, cell line generation are required. Experience using
MSD, Luminex and ELISA to measure analytes in serum, plasma,
supernatant or cell lysates is required. Experience developing
ex-vivo models to assess immune responses from human whole blood,
PBMCs, and various immune cell subsets. Experience with cell-based
assays including primary cell and reporter cell assays. Experience
using multi-color flow cytometry to immunophenotype human cells
from blood and tissues is required. Experience with Western Blots
for samples generated from cell pellets and tissue. Experience with
protein quantification techniques from tissue samples. Experience
with tissue explants and organoid systems is a plus. Skills and
Abilities Independent self-motivated life scientist that can
generate scientific questions and design experiments to address
them. Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills. Strong
interpersonal and communication skills including presenting data to
all levels of the organization. Scientific rigor and curiosity to
address scientific questions and design experiments to test working
hypothesis. Ability to work in fast-paced and matrix environment to
meet project goals. Proficiency in data analysis using Excel,
GraphPad Prism, and Flow Jo is required. The expected base pay
range for this position is $110,000 – $135,000 plus bonus, equity,
and comprehensive benefits. The base pay range reflects the target
range for this position, but individual pay will be determined by
additional factors such as job-related skills, experience and
relevant education or training. This range may be modified in the
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