Contract – Senior Research Associate
Responsibilities
- Bioanalysis: plasma and tissue processing/analysis to determine the drug concentration using the Sciex LC/MS-MS.
- Plasma Protein Binding Studies: Conduct experiments to determine the binding affinity of compounds to plasma proteins using Sciex LC/MS-MS.
- Microsomal Assays: Perform microsomal stability studies to assess the metabolic stability and run the assay using the Sciex LC/MS-MS.
- Data Analysis and Interpretation: Analyze experimental data using appropriate software (WNL) and statistical methods and provide clear and concise summaries of findings to support decision-making.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed records of experimental procedures, results, and observations in laboratory notebooks and electronic databases. Prepare technical reports and presentations for internal meetings and regulatory submissions.
- Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, and toxicology, to support drug discovery and development projects.
- Lab Maintenance: Ensure proper maintenance and organization of laboratory equipment, reagents, and supplies.
- Adhere to safety protocols and maintain a clean and safe working environment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's with 3 to 5 years of experience or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field with 2 to 4 years.
- Hands-on experience with DMPK assays, including screening, plasma protein binding, and microsomal assays are preferred but not required.
- Proven analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to critically evaluate and interpret experimental data.
Pay
In the U.S., the hiring pay range for fully qualified candidates is $54.30-$63.35 per hour. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
Benefits
Our employees come from different backgrounds, and we celebrate those differences. We are looking for the best candidates for our open roles, but do not expect applicants to meet every qualification in order to be considered.
Schedule
We are a fast-paced environment where flexibility is key. Hours may vary based on project needs.
Company Information
Cytokinetics is a specialty cardiovascular biopharmaceutical company, building on its over 25 years of pioneering scientific innovations in muscle biology, and advancing a pipeline of potential new medicines for patients suffering from diseases of cardiac muscle dysfunction. We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate with a focus on Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics (DMPK) to join our team.
Contact Us
Please review our General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) policy PRIOR to applying. Our passion is anchored in robust scientific thinking, grounded in integrity and critical thinking. We keep the patient front and center in all we do – all actions and decisions are in service of the patient and their caregivers. We champion integrity, ethics, doing the right thing, and being our best selves.
Fraud Warning
How to Identify Impersonated Cytokinetics Job Postings and Offers Recently, there have been fraudulent employment offers being sent to candidates on behalf of Cytokinetics. Please be advised that all legitimate offers from Cytokinetics will come directly from our official email domain (Cytokinetics.com) and will only be made after completing a formal interview process. Here Are Some Ways To Check For Authenticity We do not conduct job interviews through non-standard text messaging applicationsWe will never request personal information such as banking details until after an official offer has been accepted and verifiedWe will never request that you purchase equipment or other items when interviewing or hiringIf you are unsure about the authenticity of an offer, or if you receive any suspicious communication, please contact us directly at talentacquisition@cytokinetics.com Please visit our website at: www.cytokinetics.com