Scientist Ii, Cell & Molecular Biology

Who we're looking for:
You are an experienced discovery biologist with a passion for drug discovery and extensive experience with routine molecular and cell biology approaches. You have a proven record of leading/supporting projects from the bench through the design and generation of robust, decision-making data packages addressing key scientific questions. You thrive in a highly collaborative, fast-paced, and multidisciplinary research environment.
Responsibilities:

• Support/lead efforts in new target identification/validation using chemical and genetic approaches
• Significantly impact advancement of projects through the design, implementation/optimization, and execution of novel biological assays
• Contribute to/expand established cell and Molecular Biology platforms for target identification and validation as well as MOA characterization
• Support/lead projects from the earliest stages to clinical development through strategic prioritization of parallel efforts
• Communicate science and strategy effectively in a variety of internal and external settings

Required Qualifications:

• PhD with 2+ years, MS with 5+ years, or BS with 8+ years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience supporting preclinical drug discovery efforts including evaluation of novel targets/pathways for therapeutic potential or characterization of molecules in relevant disease models
• Extensive experience with routine molecular and cell biology approaches including mammalian tissue culture, cell-based assays and CRISPR/RNAi.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Desire and capacity to participate in a dynamic and fast-paced research setting
• Desire and capacity to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with targeted protein degradation
• Familiarity with working with large datasets

What we offer:

• Industry competitive compensation
• Annual target bonus
• Stock options
• 401K plan
• Company-paid external career development coaching program
• Career advancement opportunities
• Monthly town halls to share business and scientific updates

Work Hard, Stay Well

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and their dependents
• Health and Dependent Care FSA and HSA Plan with monthly Neomorph contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 holidays + Winter Shutdown + 3 weeks of vacation time with additional accruals after 2nd year of employment, separate sick leave.
• Supplemental pay for Pregnancy Disability Leave
• Paid Parental Leave for employees with a newborn child or a child placed with them for adoption or foster care

Lifestyle

• Casual work environment
• Volunteer days off each year to spend time contributing to causes you care about
• Flexible work schedule
• Access to onsite gym
• Onsite space to store your bicycle (or surfboard)

Have Fun!
We believe in work/life balance and Fun is at the core of our Core Values. In addition to weekly happy hours, we have regular company-wide and department lunches and social events (ie Padres games, summer picnic, holiday party, bring your kids to work day).
About Us:
Neomorph is a venture backed biotechnology company solving critical problems in human health through the discovery and development of innovative new medicines against 'undruggable targets'. Our team is comprised of industry leading experts in protein degradation and molecular glues who have a track record of ground-breaking discoveries in the field. We are committed to leadership in advancing the science and technology of molecular glue drug discovery, while prosecuting a pipeline of projects through clinical development. Our patient-first, science-driven approach is complemented by our dedication to a supportive and collaborative work environment.
Neomorph is headquartered in San Diego, California, and has a key collaboration with the Center for Protein Degradation at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
Neomorph is committed to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.