Senior Scientist 1, Platform Biology

2 months ago


Hayward, United States Eikon Therapeutics Full time

Eikon Therapeutics is a new biopharmaceutical company employing revolutionary technology at the intersection of chemistry, engineering, computation, and biology to discover novel treatments for life-threatening diseases. Eikon’s discovery platform is built on groundbreaking innovations from its founders (Nobel Prize, 2014), culminating in the creation of microscopes which enable real time, molecular-resolution measurements of protein movement in living cells, thereby unlocking otherwise intractable classes of proteins as drug targets.

Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Scientist 1, Platform Biology, to join our dynamic research team. In this role, you will work at the nexus of our Research and Engineering teams, applying advanced microscopy techniques to provide key data and drive drug discovery programs forward. You will become a champion of Eikon’s core platform, working collaboratively across teams to conduct cutting-edge research, drive impactful research initiatives, and contribute to the development of innovative solutions.

About You

The ideal candidate for this role is an experienced scientific leader with robust qualifications. This candidate demonstrates expertise in designing, executing, and analyzing complex experiments, particularly in the biotechnology sector. They are proficient in advanced laboratory techniques, instrumentation, and technologies relevant to cutting-edge biological research. Their strong analytical skills enable them to derive, interpret, and effectively communicate complex scientific insights. With excellent communication skills and a proven track record of leadership and collaboration within multidisciplinary teams, they are proactive, adaptable, and responsive to evolving research priorities and challenges.

What You’ll Do

Lead the conceptualization, design, and implementation of complex experiments to evaluate possible therapeutic targets and advance them toward screening on Eikon’s novel high-throughput super resolution imaging platform Analyze and interpret experimental data using sophisticated scientific techniques, extracting meaningful insights and contributing to project objectives Develop and optimize sophisticated experimental protocols, assays, and methodologies to support ambitious research goals Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams – including biologists, chemists, optical engineers, software engineers, and data scientists – providing leadership, expertise, and fostering a collaborative and innovative scientific environment Stay informed about the latest scientific breakthroughs and industry trends, integrating pertinent knowledge into research strategies Prepare thorough and accurate documentation of research findings, contributing to internal reports, presentations, and potential intellectual property

Qualifications

Postdoc Fellowship plus 2 years of relevant experience or Ph.D. plus 5 years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree plus 14 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor’s degree plus 16 years of relevant experience in Biology, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, or a closely related field, with substantial hands-on research experience.       Demonstrated expertise in designing, executing, and analyzing complex experiments, preferably in the biotechnology sector. Demonstrated experience using quantitative microscopy to derive new biological insight; previous experience in super resolution microscopy a plus. Proficiency in advanced laboratory techniques, instrumentation, and technologies relevant to cutting-edge biological research. Strong analytical skills and the ability to derive, interpret, and communicate complex scientific insights effectively. Familiarity with Python, MATLAB, R, or other programming languages highly encouraged. Excellent communication skills, enabling clear conveyance of scientific concepts to diverse audiences. Proven leadership capabilities, with a track record of effectively leading and collaborating within multidisciplinary teams. Proactive, adaptable, and responsive to evolving research priorities and challenges.

At Eikon, employee compensation also includes bonus and equity compensation, in addition to several generous benefit programs, including:​

401k plan with company matching​ Medical (premiums covered by Eikon at 95%), dental and vision insurance (premiums covered by Eikon at 100%)​ Mental health and wellness benefits​ Weeklong summer and winter holiday shutdowns​ Generous paid time off and holiday policies​ Life/AD&D Insurance (premiums covered by Eikon at 100%) and optional supplemental employee-paid life/AD&D policies ​ Enhanced parental leave benefit​ Daily subsidized lunch program when on-site​

The expected salary range for this role is $134,000 to $146,300 depending on skills, competency, and the market demand for your expertise.

Eikon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment.

In accordance with the Company’s duty to provide and maintain a safe workplace, the Company requires all employees to be Fully Vaccinated with one of the FDA approved COVID-19 vaccines, which includes those vaccines that have received the FDA’s emergency use authorization. You will be expected to be Fully Vaccinated as of your Start Date. If you believe that you are exempt from this requirement under an applicable law or regulations, including Americans with Disabilities Act and California’s Fair Employment and Housing Act, you will need to contact the Company’s Human Resources group. For purposes of this section, Fully Vaccinated means (i) the completion of the vaccination regimen as approved by the FDA (by way of example, 2 doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine and 1 dose of the Johnson and Johnson vaccine), and (ii) timely receiving booster vaccination, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

We are currently not accepting any new third-party agencies or firms at this time. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our website, employees or Human Resources. Eikon Therapeutics will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm associated with unsolicited resumes.



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