Senior Scientist - ADME - Site Based, Princeton, NJ

About the role

Cyprotex US, an Evotec company, is seeking a Senior Scientist to join our team. We are a forward-thinking organization serving the Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Cosmetics/Personal Care, and Chemicals industries, as well as academia and not-for-profit organizations. Our mission is to create a place where curiosity is celebrated and driven by impactful projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine in-vitro ADME assays
• Responsible for planning, performing, and reporting in vitro metabolism ADME studies for discovery and development stage compounds
• Actively participate in experimental design, perform experiments, and critically analyze, interpret, and report data to design next steps
• Ability to perform high-impact and high-throughput studies in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects to meet timelines
• Establish and contribute to the continuous improvement of existing ADME assays
• Guide junior scientists within the department
• Assist in data analysis and interpretation
• Support laboratory operations including ordering, equipment calibration and validation
• Conduct quality reviews of peer data and assist in consolidating assay control and validation criteria
• Work closely with Project Managers to ensure client requirements are met
• Operate and maintain robotic systems to support processes

Requirements

• PhD in a scientific relevant field with experience in contract research organizations, pharmaceutical industries, or academia (Ph.D. preferred), or Masters with 6 years plus experience
• Industry/academic experience in DM/PK and a strong record of scientific achievement
• Experience in drug discovery/development
• Broad understanding of ADME, in vitro drug metabolism, and DDI
• Knowledge of bioanalytical sciences including LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, biotransformation, and physical organic chemistry
• Experience in cell-based or biochemical assays
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to communicate with peers and all levels of management
• Ability to manage time and work independently

Qualifications

• PhD in a scientific relevant field with experience in contract research organizations, pharmaceutical industries, or academia (Ph.D. preferred), or Masters with 6 years plus experience
• Industry/academic experience in DM/PK and a strong record of scientific achievement
• Experience in drug discovery/development
• Broad understanding of ADME, in vitro drug metabolism, and DDI
• Knowledge of bioanalytical sciences including LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, biotransformation, and physical organic chemistry
• Experience in cell-based or biochemical assays
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to communicate with peers and all levels of management
• Ability to manage time and work independently

Skills

• Plate based screening
• Cell culture experience
• LC-MS/MS experience

Benefits

Base pay range at commencement of employment is expected to be $80,750 to $109,250. This is a salaried exempt role. Base salary offered may vary depending on the individual's skills, experience, and competitive market value. Additional total rewards include discretionary annual bonus, comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental, and Vision, short-term and long-term disability, company-paid basic life insurance, 401(k) company match, flexible work, generous paid time off, and paid holidays, wellness, and transportation benefits.

Pay

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be $80,750 to $109,250. This is a salaried exempt role. Base salary offered may vary depending on the individual's skills, experience, and competitive market value.

Schedule

Site based.

Company Information

Evotec (US) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

What makes us unique

• Our business model: At Evotec, our goal is to pioneer the future of drug discovery and development through cutting-edge science, data-driven platforms, and flexible partnerships. Together for medicines that matter.
• Our expertise: Together, we are creators and turn imaginations into cures. With Evotec, a smart idea can unfold and mature, with the help of our high expertise and cutting-edge technologies.
• Our team: Our collaborative and trusting work environment enables solution-oriented discussions among colleagues. We inspire each other to great aspirations and know that, together, we’ll go further.

Success Profile

Cultural fit and soft skills are important factors for success. Check out the traits we’re looking for:

• Curiosity
• Resilient
• Creative mindset
• Teamplayer
• Forward-thinking
• Adaptable

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