Associate Research Scientist/Scientist - Biology

Ph.D with Postodoctoral or Masters with 5+ years of hands-on experience in cell-based assay development and troubleshooting skills; ability to handle different plate formats for small molecule screening 

Reporting to senior team leader, work with a group of in vitro assay biologists, learning and coaching group members to improve skills and productivity 

Independently design, conduct, optimize and proactively troubleshoot assays 

Develop, optimize and validate biochemical and cell-based assay platforms for the hit identification, lead optimization and functional characterization of small molecules 

Work on the bench implementing state-of-the-art technologies for the different assay platforms 

Ensure robust and high-quality assays with efficient use of automation and instrumentation 

Data processing, interpretation and presentation to cross functional team members 

Proposing, planning, quoting, tracking reagent needs, usage and executing timeline