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Research Scientist, DMPK (Contract)
đź“Ť Location: South San Francisco, CA
đź’Ľ Contract Duration: 12 months
Overview
Our client, a leading precision medicine oncology company, is seeking a Research Scientist, DMPK with a strong background in analytical and bioanalytical chemistry to support in vitro and in vivo ADME studies.
The ideal candidate is an experienced, hands-on scientist skilled in cellular incubation, biological sample extraction, and LC-MS analysis. You’ll play a key role in characterizing drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics to accelerate the development of novel oncology therapeutics.
This role requires on-site presence four days per week at the South San Francisco location.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications
Additional Details
đź“Ť Location: South San Francisco, CA
đź’Ľ Contract Duration: 12 months
Overview
Our client, a leading precision medicine oncology company, is seeking a Research Scientist, DMPK with a strong background in analytical and bioanalytical chemistry to support in vitro and in vivo ADME studies.
The ideal candidate is an experienced, hands-on scientist skilled in cellular incubation, biological sample extraction, and LC-MS analysis. You’ll play a key role in characterizing drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics to accelerate the development of novel oncology therapeutics.
This role requires on-site presence four days per week at the South San Francisco location.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform cellular uptake and metabolite profiling assays.
- Conduct biological sample preparation and LC-MS analysis.
- Process raw data, maintain accurate electronic lab notebook (ELN) records, and prepare study reports.
- Contribute to bioanalytical method development and metabolite identification.
- Identify and troubleshoot technical challenges, continuously improving analytical workflows.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and standard operating procedures.
- Maintain accurate records of samples, reagents, and experimental details.
- Foster a collaborative and organized lab environment.
Qualifications
- Education: B.S. or M.S. in Biology, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline.
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in industry or an academic laboratory.
- Knowledge of ADME and drug metabolism principles.
- Proficiency in cellular incubation and biological sample processing.
- Experience with LC-MS and LC-UV quantification of drugs, metabolites, or xenobiotics.
- Strong record-keeping and communication skills, with familiarity in maintaining ELN records.
- Proficiency with software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and GraphPad.
- Experience with Sciex and Thermo mass spectrometers and related software (e.g., Analyst, Xcalibur) is highly desirable.
Additional Details
- Type: Contractor (12 months)
- Work Environment: On-site, four days per week (South San Francisco)
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