Sr. Research Scientist, In Vitro DMB

Incyte Corporation; South Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Incyte Corporation in Wilmington, Delaware is seeking a Senior Research Scientist to build, implement, and support a high-throughput robotics and mass spectrometry lab for weekly drug metabolism and ADME assays. You will develop LC-MS/MS methods and train staff, working with HT robotics platforms to deliver robust data.

Candidates should have a PhD with 3+ years or a Bachelor's with 10+ years in a high-throughput metabolism/ADME lab, strong automation experience, and excellent communication in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline with 10+ years' experience, or PhD with 3+ years in HT drug metabolism/ADME or biochemistry.
• Experience with HT-MS platforms such as Agilent Rapid Fire and/or Sciex Echo MS.
• Experience with liquid handling robots such as Hamilton or Tecan; ability to program robots for novel assays.
• Ability to manage tasks independently with timelines in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and strong oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Miniaturize end-to-end robotics workflow for weekly screening ADME assays using HT robotics and MS.
• Develop, analyze, and archive LC-MS/MS data for high-throughput ADME assays.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders and laboratory staff.
• Perform reagent preparation, equipment maintenance, and supply management.
• Record, archive data in ELN and prepare summary reports as needed.
• Build and troubleshoot high-quality LC-MS/MS methods for HT assays; train staff.

Skills

Attention to detail

Oral & written communication

Independent task management

Fast-paced work adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline

Ph.D. with 3+ years in HT drug metabolism/ADME or biochemistry

Tools

Agilent Rapid Fire

Sciex Echo MS

Hamilton robotics

Tecan robotics

Job description

Overview

A global biopharmaceutical company on a mission to Solve On, Incyte follows science to find solutions for patients with unmet medical needs. Through the discovery, development, and commercialization of proprietary therapeutics, Incyte has established a portfolio of first-in-class medicines for patients and a strong pipeline of products in Hematology, Oncology and Inflammation and Autoimmunity

Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, Incyte has operations in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Job Summary (Primary function)

The Senior Research Scientist will be responsible for the building, implementation and hands on support of a high-throughput robotics and mass spectrometry laboratory supporting weekly screening drug metabolism and ADME assays such as metabolic intrinsic clearance, CYP450 inhibition and transporters. The Senior Research Scientist will also serve as a subject matter expert in mass spectrometry assisting and training laboratory staff members.

Essential Functions of the Job (Key responsibilities)

• Independently work with laboratory staff members to miniaturize end-to-end robotics workflow for select weekly screening drug metabolism and ADME assays, including using state-of-the-art high-throughput robotics and mass spectrometry instruments
• Learn and become independent with the conduct, analysis, reporting and archiving of drug metabolism and ADME biochemical assays using LC-MS/MS bioanalysis
• Work seamlessly with cross-functional stakeholders and laboratory staff members
• Perform routine laboratory tasks, including reagent preparation, equipment/instrument maintenance, and supply management
• Independently analyze, record, and archive data into Electronic Laboratory Notebooks (ELN), prepare summary documents and report data as needed
• Independently build high-quality LC-MS/MS methods for high throughput drug metabolism and ADME assays. Able to identify and troubleshoot problems with the LC-MS/MS and HT-MS instruments and/or quality issues of the resulting data.

Qualifications (Minimal acceptable level of education, work experience, and competency)

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline and at least ten years experience, or Ph.D. with 3+ years, working in a high throughput drug metabolism / ADME or biochemistry laboratory
• Strong preference given to candidates with experience using HT-MS platforms such as Agilent Rapid Fire and/or Sciex Echo mass spectrometry
• Experience working with liquid handling robots such as Hamilton or Tecan. Strong preference given to candidates able to program robots for novel drug metabolism/ADME assays
• Ability to independently manage assigned tasks while meeting timelines and quality expectations in a fast-paced work environment
• Attention to detail, and effective oral and written communication skills

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Management reserves the right to change or modify such duties as required.

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