Pharmacology Research Associate - Ligand Binding PK Assays

Janux Therapeutics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

Stock options

RSUs

Stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Relocation assistance

HSA/FSA

Job summary

Janux Therapeutics, in San Diego, CA, is seeking a Research Associate to join the pharmacology group. The role focuses on developing and executing ligand binding assays and other in vitro assays to support pharmacology studies, with data analysis and thorough documentation to drive candidates forward.

You will work hands-on with ELISA, MSD, and cell-based assays, analyze high volumes of data, and report results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of relevant experience or Master’s with 1+ year of experience.
• Experience in ligand binding assay development and sample analysis.
• Proficient in data analysis tools (Excel, GraphPad). Coding in Excel or similar is a plus.
• Hands-on ELISA and MSD experience is highly desirable.
• Experience with cell-based assays or immunogenicity/ADA analysis is a plus.
• Ability to follow SOPs with high accuracy and reproducibility.
• Strong analytical and written/oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop and execute ligand binding assays and other in vitro assays to support in vivo and in vitro pharmacology studies.
• Proven track record of ligand binding assay development and participation in routine sample analysis. Execute assays from development to reporting.
• Analyze and present experimental data using Prism, Excel, MS Office or similar software.
• Produce detailed documentation of experiments within a lab notebook and electronically.
• Ability to schedule and prioritize workload effectively within a multi-task environment.

Skills

Ligand binding assay development

Data analysis

Communication skills

Collaborative environment

Documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of relevant experience

Master’s degree with 1+ year of relevant industry experience

Tools

Excel

GraphPad

Prism

Job description

Janux Therapeutics, in San Diego, CA, is seeking a Research Associate to join the pharmacology group. The role focuses on developing and executing ligand binding assays and other in vitro assays to support pharmacology studies, with data analysis and thorough documentation to drive candidates forward.

You will work hands-on with ELISA, MSD, and cell-based assays, analyze high volumes of data, and report results.