Senior Research Associate, Drug Metabolism

Job Title: Senior Research Associate, Drug Metabolism

Job Type: Contractor (6 months)

Location: Foster City, CA

Payrate: $40-45/hr W2

Position Summary

The primary responsibility of this Biologics Bioanalytical Research Associate is to provide bioanalytical support to DMPK project representatives on biologics discovery teams.

Responsibilities

• 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.
  
  

Qualifications

• 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.