Associate Principal Scientist - In Vitro Toxicology - Microelectrode Array - Site Based, Princeton, NJ

Scorpion Therapeutics; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 94,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Medical/Dental/Vision

Short-term & long-term disability

Basic life insurance

401k match

Flexible work

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Wellness & transportation benefits

Job summary

Scorpion Therapeutics is seeking an Associate Principal Scientist to lead in vitro toxicology work, with a focus on Microelectrode Array (MEA) assays, for discovery and development programs. The role requires planning, execution, data interpretation, and reporting to guide next steps in a fast-paced setting.

You will mentor junior scientists and collaborate with project teams to meet client expectations. The candidate will contribute to assay development, data quality reviews, and continuous

Qualifications

• PhD in a scientific field with 3+ years post-PhD experience preferred.
• Strong background in cell biology and electrophysiology.
• Experience with MEA assays in drug discovery or development.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine in-vitro toxicology assays focusing on MEA.
• Plan and report in vitro toxicology studies for discovery compounds.
• Design experiments, analyze data, and communicate results.
• Conduct high-throughput studies and manage multiple projects.
• Establish new TOX assays and improve current assays.
• Mentor junior scientists and provide lab support and calibration.

Skills

Cell biology & electrophysiology

MEA assays

Scientific communication

Data interpretation

Mentoring junior scientists

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

PhD in a scientific field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Role (Associate Principal Scientist)

What You’ll Do

• Perform routine in-vitro toxicology assays, with a focus on Microelectrode Array (MEA)
• Plan, perform, and report in vitro toxicology studies for discovery and development stage compounds
• Participate in experimental design; perform experiments; critically analyze, interpret, and report data to design next steps
• Perform high-impact and high-throughput studies in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects to meet timelines
• Establish new TOX assays and contribute to continuous improvement of current TOX assays
• Guide junior scientists within the department
• Assist with data analysis and interpretation
• Provide laboratory support (ordering, equipment calibration, validation) while adhering to the Quality System
• Work with Project Managers to meet client requirements
• Conduct quality review of peer data; consolidate assay control and validation criteria

Who You Are

• PhD in a scientific relevant field plus 3+ years post-PhD experience in contract research, pharmaceutical industry, or academia
• Equivalent education/experience may be accepted
• Cell biology and electrophysiology experience with a strong record of scientific achievement
• Drug discovery/development experience, especially MEA assays
• Expertise in electrophysiological assays using MEA for cardiac and neuro assays (highly desired)
• Ability to work independently and manage time; strong attention to detail
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to train and mentor junior scientists
• Broad understanding of Toxicology, electrophysiology, and cell biology

Compensation & Benefits

• Base pay range: $93,500 to $115,000 (salaried exempt)
• Additional total rewards: discretionary annual bonus; Medical/Dental/Vision; short-term and long-term disability; basic life insurance; 401k match; flexible work; paid time off and paid holidays; wellness and transportation benefits.