The role
You will own scientific questions rather than tasks — shaping the experimental strategy for part of a program, interpreting what the data actually says, and defending that interpretation in program review.
What you will do
- Define and drive an experimental strategy for a defined area of a discovery program
- Interpret complex datasets and translate them into clear go / no-go recommendations
- Collaborate across chemistry, biology, DMPK and translational science
- Mentor research associates and review their experimental design
- Represent your area in program reviews and contribute to patents and publications
What success looks like at 12 months
You have shaped at least one program decision with your data, are the person others come to for your technique, and have a mentee who is visibly better than they were.
What we require
- PhD in a relevant discipline, or MSc with substantial industry experience
- Demonstrated depth in at least one technique platform relevant to the role
- Track record of experimental design that distinguishes signal from artefact
- Ability to communicate findings clearly to non-specialists
What we would like, but will teach you
- Post-doctoral or industry drug discovery experience
- Publication record in the therapeutic area
- Experience presenting to governance committees
If you meet the required list, apply. We cap the preferred list at four items on purpose, and we would rather read an application from someone who is 70% there and hungry.
Onsite at San Diego, CA. Site-based office roles are onsite three days a week; lab, plant and quality roles are onsite by nature.
Pay and rewards
This role sits at grade 8, with a base range of $120,000 – $155,000 for this location, plus annual bonus, retirement contributions of up to 9%, and day-one benefits. See the full package.
About the site
Our genomics and functional screening site. More about our locations.
Accommodations
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