Senior Scientist, Biology
Xaira Therapeutics · South San Francisco, California, United States
Posted 20 days ago · $140,000 - $170,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 20 days Xaira Therapeutics's roles stay open a median of 44 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 100% of Xaira Therapeutics's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Xaira Therapeutics
- high 12 stale, 1 reposted of 24 open
- Hiring momentum
- 33 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Xaira Therapeutics's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Xaira Therapeutics.
About this role
Xaira Therapeutics is looking for a Senior Scientist in Inflammation and Immunology to conduct hands-on research in their Biology & Pharmacology department. The role involves designing and executing in vitro and in vivo studies, analyzing disease biology and drug mechanisms, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance therapeutic programs. Candidates will work with primary human and mouse immune cells and utilize various molecular tools and assays.
- benefits
- 2/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Xaira Therapeutics as an employer.
What you need
- PhD in Immunology or a related field
- 3+ years of relevant experience
- Track record of impact through first author publications, posters and presentations at meetings
- Hands-on experience with primary human and mouse immune cells
- Strong expertise in flow cytometry, including high-parameter panel design, execution, and data analysis
- Proven ability to independently plan, execute, troubleshoot, and interpret experiments
What you get
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Open, flexible, and friendly work environment
- Base salary, bonus, and equity
- Summary of Benefits available for all applicants
Worth weighing
- Base pay range is $140,000 - $170,000, but may vary based on market and experience
- Focus on AI tools may indicate a modern approach but could also suggest a steep learning curve for those unfamiliar with AI
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