Senior Scientist
Synectics Inc. · Emeryville, CA · Yesterday
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About the role
A collaborative Senior Scientist position to support the development and execution of in vitro ADME assays for therapeutic candidate evaluation and optimization.
Responsibilities
- Conduct in vitro ADME assays to support drug discovery and candidate optimization.
- Generate, analyze, interpret, and report high-quality data to support project decisions and compound progression.
- Collaborate with DMPK, biology, chemistry, and project team members to ensure timely delivery of decision-enabling data.
- Design and troubleshoot in vitro experiments to address project-specific questions related to compound metabolism, stability, permeability, and protein binding.
- Contribute to LC-MS/MS bioanalytical method development, sample analysis, assay optimization, and troubleshooting.
- Apply enzyme kinetic and quantitative bioanalytical principles to support assay design and data interpretation.
- Prepare experimental protocols, study summaries, technical reports, and presentations for internal stakeholders and project teams.
- Maintain accurate documentation in electronic laboratory notebooks and ensure adherence to internal quality and safety standards.
- Support implementation and use of laboratory automation platforms, as applicable.
Requirements
- BS or MS in chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacology, pharmaceutical sciences, biology, or a related scientific discipline.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant hands-on in vitro ADME experience in a biopharmaceutical, pharmaceutical, or contract research organization environment.
- Strong understanding of DMPK and ADME principles, including assay design, data analysis, and interpretation.
- Hands-on experience with LC-MS/MS-based sample analysis; experience with Sciex instruments is preferred.
- Proficiency with data analysis and visualization tools such as Microsoft Excel, GraphPad Prism, Analyst, or similar software.
- Experience using electronic laboratory notebooks.
- Experience with laboratory automation platforms such as Hamilton, Tecan, or similar systems is preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative research environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present scientific findings clearly to cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively in a team-oriented setting.
Qualifications
- BS or MS in chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacology, pharmaceutical sciences, biology, or a related scientific discipline.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant hands-on in vitro ADME experience in a biopharmaceutical, pharmaceutical, or contract research organization environment.
- Strong understanding of DMPK and ADME principles, including assay design, data analysis, and interpretation.
- Hands-on experience with LC-MS/MS-based sample analysis; experience with Sciex instruments is preferred.
- Proficiency with data analysis and visualization tools such as Microsoft Excel, GraphPad Prism, Analyst, or similar software.
- Experience using electronic laboratory notebooks.
- Experience with laboratory automation platforms such as Hamilton, Tecan, or similar systems is preferred.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative research environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present scientific findings clearly to cross-functional teams.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively in a team-oriented setting.
Skills
- Hands-on experience with LC-MS/MS-based sample analysis.
- Experience with Sciex instruments.
- Data analysis and visualization skills.
- Experience with electronic laboratory notebooks.
- Laboratory automation platform experience.
Benefits
- Healthcare Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Plan