Institute Associate Scientist II – Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics group
The Institute for Applied Cancer Science (IACS) is seeking a highly motivated and team oriented individual to join our drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics research group to support the Institute’s fast-paced drug discovery programs.
The Institute Associate Scientist II will provide the drug discovery team with invaluable information regarding the stability of their new drug candidates in plasma, microsome and hepatocyte stability experiments, and quantify the amount of drug candidate in biologic fluids using the latest mass spectrometry techniques using state-of-the art instrumentation. This individual will be actively involved in the development of novel oncology therapeutic agents to benefit patients. The position requires a high self-motivated individual, with organizational skills, and the ability to effectively present results and conclusions to co-workers and managers. A collaborative attitude is essential for this position.
Requirements:
Ideal candidate will have Master's degree in Organic Chemistry or related and three years’ experience in ADME assays using biomatrix such as plasma, microsomes and hepatocytes, working on plasma and tumor tissue PK samples, using automation and SPE (solid phase extraction) for sample processing, and analyzing samples using LC-MS/MS instruments and will have Strong work ethics, good interpersonal skills and oral/written skills.
