Scientist II, Assay Operations, Screening Platform Technologies

Role: Scientist II, Assay Operations, Screening Platform Technologies (SPT), supporting and scaling cellular screening for oncology drug discovery. Responsibilities: optimize, validate, and execute high-throughput and high-content assays (e.g., CellTiter-Glo, NanoBRET), lead screening campaigns with automation platforms, coordinate assay transfer and standardization, develop workflows for quantitative profiling, analyze complex data using tools like Genedata Screener and programming languages, support tech transfer to CROs, collaborate across Discovery Sciences, Cancer Biology, Automation, Data Science, and mentor junior team members. Requirements: PhD in biological sciences, chemical biology, pharmacology, or bioengineering with 2-4 years (PhD) or MS with 5-8 years industry experience; hands-on experience in cellular assay development, optimization, high-throughput screening, and automation (Hamilton, Dragonfly, Echo, Mosquito); proficiency with data analysis and visualization tools; strong organizational skills. Preferred: familiarity with AI/ML, troubleshooting instrumentation, and experience with phenotypic oncology assays. HighValue: oncology drug discovery, cellular screening, automation, high-throughput, high-content platforms, molecular glue characterization, collaboration with CROs. WorkSetup: not specified; based in Redwood City, CA with potential for onsite work.