Senior Research Associate/Research Scientist: Compound Management

Senior Research Associate/Research Scientist: Compound Management

Inception Sciences in San Diego, CA is looking for an enthusiastic, hard-working and highly motivated Senior Research Associate/Research Scientist to join our multidisciplinary drug discovery team in developing small molecule therapeutics to treat unmet medical needs. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in compound management operations, lab automation and scientific software applications. Also, relevant experience working in a drug discovery environment is required.

Inception Therapeutics is a multi-disciplinary discovery engine founded in 2011 with Versant Ventures to build and launch transformative new biotechnology companies.  Inception’s integrated chemistry, biology and DMPK expertise and capabilities coupled with a successful track record have enabled Inception to become an established leader in new company creation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Organize and maintain inventory of company compounds
• Fulfill compound requests including compound libraries
• Register compounds from internal and external sources
• Set up and manage appropriate automation systems
• Manage compound data in company databases
• Participate in plating and screening compounds in biological assays
• Provide input on process improvements
• Trouble shoot and maintain systems
• Other duties as requested

Requirements:

• B.S. degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or related field
• At least 3 years of industry experience working in compound management
• Familiarity with compound libraries and automated systems
• Experience in analytical chemistry techniques
• Organized, self-motivated, able to multitask and deliver results with a high degree of attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A strong team player that enjoys drug discovery and making a meaningful impact to drive projects forward
• Must have strong computer skills and proficiency with standard scientific software.
• Desire, flexibility and initiative to tackle new tasks and challenges.
• Aptitude for working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication of scientific ideas and data.
• Strong commitment to business ethics.

We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits packages, as well as working in a supportive team environment. This position is located in our San Diego office. We invite you to consider a career with Inception.