Summary

We seek a motivated, detail-oriented Senior Associate Scientist with a strong background in translational immunology / cancer biology and experience developing in vivo models to support preclinical small molecule drug discovery and biomarker discovery. The ideal candidate is an individual that enjoys a fast-paced and dynamic work environment, with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to support project goals and objectives.

Responsibilities: 

• Design and execution of in vivo pharmacology studies to support Neomorph programs
• Support preclinical discovery and characterization of small molecule drugs in the protein degradation space
• Plan, implement, and manage internal and external resources for the advancement of projects
• Evaluate data, prepare reports and present findings in internal and external settings
• Provide scientific expertise and enable projects geared toward oncology, autoimmunity, inflammation, and allergy

Required Qualifications: 

• BS Immunology, Cancer Biology or related field with 8+ years of relevant work experience or MS with 5+ years of relevant work experience
• Experience with animal models, including: autoimmunity, inflammation, allergy, and oncology (xenograft, syngeneic)
• Expertise in the following techniques: cell culture, cell isolation, basic molecular biology (qPCR, Western blotting), animal dosing, necropsy, primary immune cell assays and flow cytometry
• Experience in supporting drug discovery teams with timely and robust data packages
• Excellent capabilities in critical thinking and problem solving; able to design, efficiently execute and troubleshoot experiments in the lab
• Ability to follow novel scientific or technological developments and to implement them in the laboratory

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in advancing small molecule drug discovery projects in the targeted protein degradation space
• Experience with in vivo/ex vivo assessment of immune cell function

What we offer: 

• Industry competitive compensation
• Annual target bonus
• Stock options
• 401K plan
• 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 department and company 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.

Notice to agencies: Neomorph will not accept unsolicited assistance from recruiting/search agencies for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by recruiting or search agencies to any employee at Neomorph via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search/recruitment agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Neomorph. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Neomorph as a result of the referral or through other means.