Senior Scientist, Biology

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Scientist to join our Biology team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing biochemical and cellular assays, as well as conducting detailed mechanistic and enzymology studies to characterize compound MOA and validation. You will work closely with the protein production and high throughput screening teams to bring new targets online and advance candidate drugs from hit to lead. This role offers exceptional hands-on learning opportunities and involves close collaboration with our scientists on innovative early-stage drug discovery programs.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and validate biochemical assays to support new target initiation, hit identification and MOA studies.
• Optimize assay performance for sensitivity, specificity, and high-throughput compatibility.
• Contribute to target selection/validation and in vitro MOA studies for small molecule drug candidates.
• Analyze and interpret screening data, identify promising hits, and contribute to the selection of development candidates
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate assays into discovery pipelines
• Document and maintain accurate records of assay protocols and experimental data
• Interpret, summarize, and present research findings to multidisciplinary project teams
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biochemistry, cell biology, or a related field with 2+ years industry experience, preferably in small molecule drug discovery
• Strong hands-on experience in designing and validating biochemical and cellular functional assays
• Expert knowledge of enzymology and hand-on experience with MOA studies for small molecule compounds
• Experience with high-throughput assay development is a plus
• Strong understanding of the drug discovery process and demonstrated experience working in cross-functional teams
• Proven ability to interpret, summarize, and present research findings to multidisciplinary project teams
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Passion for drug discovery and a desire to contribute to the development of novel therapeutics
  
  
  

The anticipated salary range for this position is $124,000 to $160,000. The final salary will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc.

On top of base salary, we offer comprehensive benefits, bonus, and equity. If this range doesn't match your expectations, please still apply because we may have another opportunity for you.