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Senior Research Associate, Drug Metabolism
Job Description
*Depending on experience
The Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics (DMPK) group is seeking a candidate for the position of Research Associate with the primary responsibility to providing bioanalytical support to biologics discovery project teams. A successful scientist will work closely with protein therapeutics, biology, toxicology, and pharmaceutical development to optimize leads and select candidates for clinical evaluation.
Position Summary:
The primary responsibility of this Biologics Bioanalytical Research Associate is to provide bioanalytical support to DMPK project representatives on biologics discovery teams.
Responsibilities:
• Proven experience in ligand-binding assays (LBA), with a focus on protein analysis.
• Strong background in developing and applying LBA -based assays for protein analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, including the ability to troubleshoot LBA methodologies, and optimize assay performance.
• Skilled in analyzing, interpreting, documenting, and summarizing bioanalytical data for biologics.
• Provide essential lab support while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.
Qualifications:
• BS/MS degree in biology, chemistry, pharmacology, or related life science discipline with 2+ years relevant experience.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Role requires a highly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Candidate must be flexible, able to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Requires extensive use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Powerpoint) and use of data analysis software Graphpad Prism, SoftmaxPro, and Phoenix WinNonlin.
• Hands on experience in one or more large molecule immunoassay techniques (ELISA, MSD, Gyros, or similar) is desired.
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