Headquarters Location: South San Francisco, CA Candidate Location: Onsite Travel Required: No travel Reports To: Director Department: Research Position Type: Temporary part-time (20 hours/week, 6 months), Non-Exempt 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"), T-cell engagers, and immune modulators such as cytokines. CytomX's clinical-stage pipeline includes CX-2051 and CX-801. Learn more at www.cytomX.com. Who You Are and What You'll Do: You are passionate about life sciences and making a difference to cancer patients, their families, and healthcare providers. At CytomX Therapeutics, you will contribute to multiple projects by supporting the characterization and advancement of PROBODY therapeutics using mass spectrometry. Job Responsibilities: * Independently perform diverse mass spectrometry workflows, including intact protein analysis and small molecule quantitation * Independently analyze mass spectrometry data and perform assay troubleshooting as needed * Support the development of novel assays that leverage mass spectrometry * Maintain mass spectrometry lab and instrumentation, including interacting with vendors, managing the servicing of instruments, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders Minimum Qualifications: * B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. with at least 7 years of hands-on experience with mass spectrometry * Demonstrated experience in the characterization of protein therapeutic molecules by mass spectrometry * Experience working in a lab role in a fast-paced and cross-functional R&D environment Preferred Qualifications: * Hands-on experience with Thermo Orbitrap LC-MS/MS systems * Hands-on experience with ZipChip CE-MS * Experience with SCIEX Triple Quad LC-MS/MS systems is a plus * Experience with mass spectrometry software packages (e.g., Xcalibur, Byos, Analyst) * Experience developing quantitative LC-MS/MS workflows * Experience with antibody drug conjugates and novel linker payloads is a plus 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 is based on the primary location for this position in California with a starting rate of $60.00/hour. Offer amounts are determined by factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. * Temporary contractors are payrolled through an outside agency. * 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. Conditions of Employment * Background investigations are required for all positions at CytomX, consistent with applicable law. 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. 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