Associate Principal Scientist - ADME

Evote; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 93,500 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401k company match

Generous paid time off and holidays

Wellness and transportation benefits

Job summary

Evotec (US) Inc. in Princeton, NJ, seeks an Associate Principal Scientist to drive ADME-Tox project outcomes. The role emphasizes leading in vitro toxicology studies, developing high-content and MEA-based assays, and collaborating with project teams to meet client requirements.

You will design experiments, analyze data, and contribute to new assay development while mentoring junior scientists in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in a scientifically relevant field with at least 3 years of related experience in CROs, pharma, or academia.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.
• Experience in High Content Assay development, imaging-based and MEA-based assays, and drug discovery/development.
• Broad understanding of TOX and experience in cell-based or biochemical assays.
• Ability to work in a team environment and actively participate to accomplish assignments.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to communicate with peers and all levels of management.
• Ability to manage time and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine in vitro toxicology assays.
• Plan, perform, and report in vitro TOX studies for discovery and development stage compounds.
• Design experiments, perform work, analyze and interpret data, and report results to guide next steps.
• Conduct high-impact and high-throughput studies to completion while managing multiple projects to meet timelines.
• Contribute to establishing new TOX assays and continuously improve existing TOX assays.
• Guide junior scientists within the department.
• Assist in data analysis and interpretation.
• Provide laboratory support including ordering, equipment calibration, and validation, while adhering to the Quality System.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to meet client requirements.
• Assist in running and maintaining robotic systems to support processes.
• Perform quality review of peer data and assist in consolidating assay control and validation criteria.

Skills

High Content Assay development

Imaging-based assays

MEA-based assays

Drug discovery/development

TOX knowledge

Team oriented

Communication skills

Time management

Independence

Attention to detail

Education

PhD in a scientifically relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Overview

Cyprotex US, an Evotec company, specializes in ADME-Tox and Biosciences, including both in vitro and in silico approaches. The company serves pharmaceutical, biotech, cosmetics/personal care, chemicals industries, academia, and not-for-profit organizations.

The Role

Associate Principal Scientist responsible for driving impactful projects, collaborating with teams, and solving complex problems in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine in vitro toxicology assays.
• Plan, perform, and report in vitro TOX studies for discovery and development stage compounds.
• Design experiments, perform work, analyze and interpret data, and report results to guide next steps.
• Conduct high-impact and high-throughput studies to completion while managing multiple projects to meet timelines.
• Contribute to establishing new TOX assays and continuously improve existing TOX assays.
• Guide junior scientists within the department.
• Assist in data analysis and interpretation.
• Provide laboratory support including ordering, equipment calibration, and validation, while adhering to the Quality System.
• Collaborate with Project Managers to meet client requirements.
• Assist in running and maintaining robotic systems to support processes.
• Perform quality review of peer data and assist in consolidating assay control and validation criteria.

Qualifications

• PhD in a scientifically relevant field with at least 3 years of related experience in contract research organizations, pharmaceutical industries, or academia.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.
• Experience in High Content Assay development, imaging-based and MEA-based assays, and drug discovery/development.
• Broad understanding of TOX and experience in cell-based or biochemical assays.
• Ability to work in a team environment and actively participate to accomplish assignments.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to communicate with peers and all levels of management.
• Ability to manage time and work independently.

Compensation and Benefits

The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be $93,500 to $115,000. This is a salaried exempt position. Base salary offered may vary depending on the individual’s skills, experience, and market value. Benefits include discretionary annual bonus, medical, dental, and vision coverage, disability insurance, company-paid basic life insurance, 401k company match, flexible work, generous paid time off and holidays, wellness and transportation benefits.

Evotec (US) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.