Scientist I, Cancer Immunotherapy

About VLP Therapeutics

VLP Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing next-generation vaccines and immunotherapies for infectious diseases and cancer. Our Gaithersburg team is small, multidisciplinary, and hands‑on—giving scientists the opportunity to work close to the science and see their contribution across the development program.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, interpret, and document in vitro and in vivo experiments supporting cancer immunotherapy development.
• Perform techniques that may include mammalian cell culture, protein purification, flow cytometry, and related immunology/cancer‑biology methods.
• Develop, optimize, and validate experimental methods and contribute to new technology evaluation.
• Analyze data and communicate findings through presentations, technical summaries, reports, and scientific discussions.
• Manage multiple experimental priorities while maintaining accurate scientific records and safe, compliant laboratory practices.
• Collaborate with scientists and other functional partners and contribute to program planning and problem solving.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in immunology, cancer biology, virology, molecular/cell biology, biomedical sciences, or a related field; approximately 0–3 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Strong hands‑on laboratory and experimental design skills.
• Background in immunology, immunotherapy, cancer biology, and/or virology.
• Clear written and verbal communication, strong organization, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability and willingness to work primarily on‑site in Gaithersburg, Maryland.

Compensation and Benefits

VLP’s good‑faith salary range for this position is $105,000–$115,000 annually. Actual base salary will depend on relevant experience, technical skills, education, and internal equity.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life and disability benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off

Plan terms and eligibility are governed by the applicable plan documents. Other compensation: none currently proposed; VLP to confirm before posting.