Research Associate

Responsibilities: Excellent employment opportunity for a Senior Research Associate, Drug Metabolism in the Foster City, CA area. The Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics (DMPK) group at the Company Sciences is seeking a candidate for the position of Research Associate with the primary responsibility of providing bioanalytical support to biologics discovery project teams. A successful scientist will work closely with protein therapeutics, biology, toxicology, and pharmaceutical development to optimize leads and select candidates for clinical evaluation. The Company’s therapeutic areas of focus include virology, oncology, and inflammation. The primary responsibility of this Biologics Bioanalytical Research Associate is to provide bioanalytical support to DMPK project representatives on biologics discovery teams. Proven experience with LCMS, particularly in quantitative peptide analysis. Strong background in method development and application of protein LCMS-based assays. Proficiency in data analysis software used in LCMS (e.g., Xcalibur, Analyst). Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot LCMS instrumentation and methodologies. Analyze, interpret, document and summarize biologics bioanalytical data. Provide critical lab support while working in a collaborative team environment. Experience: BS/MS degree in Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacology, or related Life Science discipline with 2+ years relevant experience. Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Role requires a highly motivated individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Candidate must be flexible, able to work independently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Requires extensive use of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and use of data analysis software Graphpad Prism, SoftmaxPro, and Phoenix WinNonlin. Hands on experience in one or more large molecule immunoassay techniques (ELISA, MSD, Gyros, or similar) is desired. Job Type: Contract Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour Experience: Liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS): 2 years (Required) immunoassay techniques: 2 years (Required) ELISA: 2 years (Required) Microsoft Office: 1 year (Required) data analysis software: 1 year (Required) Pharmacokinetics: 1 year (Required) Work Location: In person