Sr. Scientist, Assay Development Services

OUR TEAM: We, Tailored Research and Development Solutions (TRS), are a small group of enthusiastic scientists within Life Sciences with backgrounds from multiple disciplines. We foster a learning and collaborative environment while focusing on serving our Pharma/Biotech customers in areas including assay development using Promega's innovative and cutting-edge technologies. We work closely with R&D to enable Promega clients.

YOUR ROLE: The TRS team works in multiple areas such as target engagement, targeted protein degradation, metabolism, cell health, and protein-protein interaction. You will receive the necessary training and be expected to act as a technical expert in multiple areas of specialization, to apply scientific knowledge to individual projects, and to execute and champion innovative projects.

JOB OBJECTIVE: Support Pharma/Biotech customers in drug discovery by providing Promega-enabled assay and cell line development in areas like target engagement, protein-protein interaction, metabolism, and targeted protein degradation. Act as a technical expert in multiple areas of specialization. Apply scientific leadership, project management, and troubleshooting to individual projects.

CORE DUTIES:

1. Work at the bench to perform experiments using a wide variety of molecular and cellular biology techniques including, but not limited to, mammalian cell culture, transfections, molecular cloning, CRISPR, immunoblotting, and flow cytometry to develop luminescence-based protein-protein interaction assays, target engagement assays, targeted protein degradation assays, metabolism assays, and immunoassays.

2. Miniaturize and validate developed assays to enable high-throughput screening using lab automation equipment.

3. Take ownership of projects from kickoff to delivery, including independent experimental design and execution while maintaining timelines.

4. Communicate project status and results through regular client meetings and detailed technical project reports.

5. Work on several different types of projects at a time.

6. Leverage artificial intelligence and advanced digital tools to accelerate experimental design, optimize assay development strategies, enhance data analysis, and improve scientific efficiency and decision-making.

7. Collaborate with program managers, sales, and other business leaders on project execution.

8. Demonstrate inclusion through words and actions and be accountable for a safe workspace. Act with kindness, curiosity, and respect for others.

9. Embrace and be open to incorporating Promega's 6 Emotional & Social Intelligence (ESI) core principles in daily work.

10. Understand and comply with ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements applicable to our business.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

1. PhD in a scientific discipline with 2-5 years of postgraduate experience in drug discovery programs or industrial R&D.

2. Proficient with automation equipment; familiarity with assay development in small titer format, high-throughput screening, validation/counterscreening, and assay transfer workflows is a plus.

3. Proficient with Microsoft applications and graphing software.

4. Quick to adopt emerging technologies, including AI, to improve efficiency and cross-functional collaboration.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

1. Ability to work at a lab bench or fume hood for extended periods.

2. Ability to wear protective gear (gloves, lab coat, safety glasses, etc.).

3. Ability to operate a computer.

At Promega, we are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and creating a culture where everyone belongs. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and encourage applications from all backgrounds, ensuring that employment decisions are made fairly and equitably.