Research Associate, Pharmacology

Januxrx; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus program

Stock option plan

401k with employer contribution

Medical, dental, vision insurance

HSA/FSA and supplemental insurance

Unlimited PTO

Holiday schedule; company shutdown

Job summary

Janux Therapeutics, Inc. in San Diego seeks a Research Associate to join the pharmacology group. You will develop and execute ligand binding assays and other in vitro methods to support PK and pharmacology studies, while analyzing data and documenting results to advance drug candidates.

The ideal candidate has ligand binding assay development experience (ELISA/MSD), strong analytical skills, and the ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least 2 years of relevant experience or Master's with 1 year.
• Experience in ligand binding assay development, qualification/validation and sample analysis.
• Data analysis tools such as Excel or GraphPad; data management/coding skills a plus.
• Hands-on ELISA and MSD experience; cell-based assays a plus.
• Ability to follow SOPs with high accuracy and reproducibility.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop and execute ligand binding and other in vitro assays for pharmacology studies.
• Execute assays from development to sample analysis and reporting per procedures.
• Analyze and present data using Prism, Excel and MS Office.
• Document experiments in lab notebooks and electronically.
• Prioritize workload in a multi-task environment.

Skills

Ligand Binding

Bioanalytical

ELISA

MSD

Cell-based

Data analysis

SOP compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Prism

Excel

MS Office

Job description

As a member of the pharmacology group, we seek a scientifically curious and motivated individual with an ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The potential Research Associate will develop and execute the ligand binding assay based bioanalytical method development to support pharmacokinetics (PK) sample analysis. In addition, the candidate will have opportunity to analyze high volume of data and to develop in vitro assays for compound characterization using ELISA, Octet, and cell-based assays. This position is hands‑on and requires the effective experiment execution, communication, and documentation of results that enable the advancement of novel research molecules toward development candidates. Strong candidates will be hard working, efficient, collaborative, and passionate about drug discovery and development. Experience in ligand binding assay development and routine sample analysis is desired. This position will report directly to the Scientist of in vivo Pharmacology.

These may include, but are not limited to:

• Identify, develop and execute ligand binding assays and other in vitro assays to support both in vivo and in vitro pharmacology studies.
• Proven track record of ligand binding assay development and participation of routine preclinical and/or clinical sample analysis. Execute assays from assay development, qualification (if required), sample analysis, data analysis, and report by following the instruction or established procedure.
• 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.

• A bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience or a master’s degree with a minimum of 1 year of relevant industry experience.
• Experience in ligand binding assay development, qualification/validation and sample analysis.
• Competence in data analysis tools (Excel, GraphPad). Candidates with experience in data management, coding and programming in Excel or other data management software would be a plus.
• Hands‑on expertise with ELISA and MSD is highly desirable.
• Experience with cell‑based assays is a plus.
• Experience with immunogenicity/ADA sample analysis is a plus.
• Ability to perform routine testing and to follow SOPs in a highly accurate and reproducible manner.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to work in a fast‑paced and collaborative environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Job Type

Full-time

Benefits

• Annual bonus program
• Incentive stock option plan
• 401k plan with flat non-elective employer contribution
• Comprehensive medical insurance with 90-100% employer-paid premiums
• Dental and vision insurance
• HSA, FSA, and supplemental insurance plans (life, disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity)
• Unlimited PTO
• Generous holiday schedule; includes summer and winter company shutdown
• Relocation assistance

Schedule

• Monday to Friday

Work Authorization

• United States (Required)

Additional Compensation

• Annual targeted bonus %

Work Location

• On site (San Diego, CA)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Janux Therapeutics, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing a work environment free of harassment and discrimination based upon a protected category, as well as an environment free from retaliation for protected activity.