Manage and mentor a group of four or more scientists and associates within high-throughput screening operations
Oversee day-to-day activities in HTS and compound reformatting laboratories
Foster a problem-solving mindset and promote innovative approaches to research challenges
Ensure efficient scheduling and supervision of all workflow processes
Maintain and optimize the use of screening, liquid handling, and automation instruments
Supervise the transfer of assays from Biology to the HTS group, ensuring robustness and reproducibility
Manage and reformat collections of compounds and natural samples for daily operations
Monitor assay performance, identify and resolve technical issues, and ensure data integrity
Review and analyze screening data to drive discovery program success
Partner with Data Science and Chemistry teams to enable AI-driven operations and data analysis
Contribute to the design and implementation of new HTS assays by staying current with emerging technologies
Prepare and submit scientific manuscripts, patent applications, and internal reports to top peer-reviewed journals

Requirements

Ph.D. in Molecular or Cell Biology, Neuroscience, Pharmacology, or a related field
At least 8 years of industry experience in high-throughput screening or related settings
Demonstrated success in leading scientific teams and managing HTS laboratory operations
Proven record of HTS-aided small molecule discovery leading to candidate selection
Extensive knowledge of HTS procedures, assays, compound management, and automation technologies
Strong organizational and communication skills with a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach
Expertise in GPCR or ion channel pharmacology and structure-function analysis, with advanced data analysis capabilities
Experience supporting computer-aided discovery within HTS operations preferred
Development of data analysis pipelines using R or Python strongly preferred

Benefits

A highly creative, imaginative team culture that encourages curiosity and open-mindedness
Support for your professional growth and development through career advancement opportunities
Dynamic application of Machine Learning and advanced modeling in biology and chemistry
A collaborative, results-oriented organizational culture focused on scientific excellence
A workplace that prioritizes your safety and well-being, both physically and mentally
Competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and a rewarding compensation program

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

high-throughput screeningcompound reformattingassay performance monitoringdata analysisautomation technologiesGPCR pharmacologyion channel pharmacologystructure-function analysisdata analysis pipelinesR

Soft Skills

mentoringproblem-solvingorganizational skillscommunication skillscollaborative approachleadershipinnovative thinkingsupervisionworkflow managementmultidisciplinary collaboration

Certifications

Ph.D. in Molecular BiologyPh.D. in Cell BiologyPh.D. in NeurosciencePh.D. in Pharmacology