Seeking a talented and motivated individual with expertise in enzymology and biochemical assay development to support small molecule drug discovery. The successful candidate should possess strong technical expertise & exceptional hands-on laboratory skills, have excellent written and oral communication skills, enjoy working in a fast-paced multi-functional team environment, and keep current with field of expertise, including literature and technology development.
location: South San Francisco, California
job type: Contract
salary: $40.00 - 46.69 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Doctorate
responsibilities:
- Contribute to the assay strategies and apply a variety of scientific principles and concepts to the assay design, assay development and troubleshooting in support of small molecule drug discovery.
- Develop and execute biochemical assays and convert into high-throughput screening (HTS) format to enable HTS campaign and meet project goals.
- Apply sophisticated biochemical and biophysical assay techniques to develop and perform potency, kinetic and mechanistic assays for hits validation, compound-target engagement, and SAR study.
- Advance biochemical/biophysical assay screening capabilities and evaluate new assay technologies and experimental approaches using scientific theory and technical literature.
- Strong data analysis capabilities and able to communicate and present research results and provide scientific and technical support.
- Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams and external partners to enable project progression.
qualifications:
Required:
- PhD Pharmacology/Biochem/Mol Bio or related.
- Expertise: enzymology, binding kinetics, MOA.
- Deep assay development/validation (TR-FRET, FP, PCR).
- Data analysis/visualization (GraphPad).
- Strong organization, communication, teamwork.
- Screen tech implementation exp.
- Covalent inhibitor assay dev.
- Automation (plate readers, liquid handlers).
- Drug discovery experience.
- Problem-solving skills.
skills: Molecular Biology, Assay Development, Assay Method, Assay Verification
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Qualified applicants in the unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County's Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.
