27 assay development scientist jobs at 17 companies in Carlsbad, CA
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Principal Scientist, Analytical Development
San Diego, California, United States
$170k-$185k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Artiva BiotherapeuticsNASDAQ: ARTV: Develops allogeneic natural killer cell-based therapies for various diseases.
10+ YOEPhD with 10+ years industry analytical development experience, expertise in cell-based potency assays, assay validation, flow cytometry, ELISA/MSD, qPCR/ddPCR, regulatory writing, and scientific leadership.
Kenai Therapeutics: Developing iPSC-derived neuron replacement therapies for neurological diseases.
2+ YOEPh.D. (2–5 yrs) or M.S. (6+ yrs) in a related field; deep expertise in multiparameter flow cytometry, ICH analytical method development and validation, assay design, cell handling, FlowJo/CytExpert proficiency, and strong scientific writing.
FlowJo, CytExpert, JMP, GraphPad Prism, Microsoft Excel, CytoFLEX, MacsQuant, Attune
ImmunityBioNASDAQ: IBRX: Develops next-generation immunotherapies for cancer and infectious diseases.
5+ YOEBachelor's degree with 8+ years or master's degree with 5+ years in immunology, cell biology, biochemistry, or biological sciences; experience with cell-based assays, flow cytometry, ELISA, MSD, DD-PCR, and RT-qPCR.
flow cytometry, ELISA, MSD, DD-PCR, RT-qPCR, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel
University of California, Irvine: Public research university offering higher education and academic degrees.
2+ YOEMaster’s or PhD in a relevant science or engineering field, 2+ years of flow cytometry and aseptic cell culture, GMP/GLP knowledge, assay validation, SOP writing, and human tissue experience.
qPCR, Flow Cytometry, ELISA, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Batch Records, Biosafety Cabinet, Centrifuge, Autoclave, 21 CFR 210, 21 CFR 211, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
WuXi AppTecHong Kong Stock Exchange: 2359: Global provider of pharmaceutical R&D and manufacturing services.
4+ YOEPhD with 4+ years or MS with 7+ years in bioanalysis, mass spectrometry, or related fields; hands-on LC-MS expertise, method development, bioanalytical assays, sample preparation, and data analysis.
LC-MS, triple quadrupole (QQQ), QTOF, Orbitrap, Skyline, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint
Vividion Therapeutics: Developing drugs for oncology and immunology using chemoproteomics.
Ph.D. in proteomics or chemical biology, hands-on mass-spectrometry proteomics experience, orbitrap/nano-LC operation, proteomics data analysis, mammalian cell culture, and assay development.
orbitrap mass spectrometers, nano-LC systems, MS software suites
NovartisNew York Stock Exchange: NVS: Develops and manufactures innovative prescription medicines for patients.
2+ YOEPhD in relevant field with 2+ years industry drug discovery experience; deep expertise in biophysical assay development (SPR,BLI), automation, and data analysis; strong communication and problem-solving skills.
SPR, BLI, Machine Learning (ML), Design of Experiments (DOE)
Vertex PharmaceuticalsNASDAQ: VRTX: Develops and sells prescription drugs for serious genetic diseases.
0+ YOEExperience developing 3D organoid/organs-on-chip and co-culture assays with primary and immune cells; assay development/optimization, omics familiarity, scripting in Python/R/Bioconductor; PhD/MSc/BSc with relevant years of experience.
WuXi AppTecShanghai Stock Exchange: 603259: Provides global R&D and manufacturing services for life sciences
0+ YOEPhD (or MS/BS with significant experience) in relevant field, expertise in mRNA LNP design/production, antibody conjugation, in vitro cell-based assays, GLP/GMP knowledge, strong communication and teamwork.
Quest DiagnosticsNYSE: DGX: Provides clinical laboratory diagnostic testing and health information services.
BS in biology/chemistry required; 5-7 years HPLC and LC-MS/MS experience (reduced with advanced degree); ability to design, validate assays and prepare technical documentation.
Senior Principal Scientist, Neuropsychiatry Discovery
San Diego, California, United States
$137k-$236k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Johnson & JohnsonNYSE: JNJ: Provides pharmaceutical products and medical technology healthcare solutions.
10+ YOEPhD and 10+ years in neuroscience/biochemistry/molecular biology with drug discovery experience, assay development, collaboration, and ability to leverage AI-enabled tools.
Daiichi SankyoTokyo Stock Exchange: 4568: Global pharmaceutical developing innovative medicines for various diseases.
7+ YOEMaster's degree in life sciences, engineering, automation, bioengineering, or related field; 7+ years of relevant experience developing and deploying automated biological assays and laboratory workflows.
Associate Principal Scientist, Immunology Discovery
San Diego, California, United States
$142k-$224k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Merck & Co.NYSE: MRK: Develops and manufactures prescription medicines, vaccines, and animal health products.
5+ YOEPh.D. in immunology, cell biology, or related biomedical science plus 5+ years of experience; requires drug discovery, cell biology, assays, flow cytometry, data analysis, cross-functional leadership, and mentoring.
ELISA, Meso Scale Discovery, RT-PCR, Microsoft Excel, Prism, FlowJo
2+ YOEPh.D. in a relevant field with ≥2 years postdoctoral or industry experience; expertise in nucleic acid engineering, high-throughput library screening in mammalian cells, molecular cloning, and functional molecular assays.
IVT, Golden Gate cloning, Gibson assembly, SDM, Western blot, ddPCR, qRT-PCR, Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)
Associate Principal Scientist, Immunology Discovery
San Diego, California, United States
$142k-$224k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Merck & Co.NYSE: MRK: Produces prescription medicines, vaccines, and animal health products.
5+ YOEPhD with 5+ years in immunology/cell biology, strong experience in immunology assays and preclinical models, proficiency with Excel/Prism/FlowJo, leadership and cross-functional program experience.
Microsoft Excel, Prism (GraphPad), FlowJo, Meso Scale Discovery, RT-PCR
Bristol Myers SquibbNew York Stock Exchange: BMY: Develops and distributes innovative medicines for serious diseases.
2+ YOEBS with 4+ years or MS with 2+ years in pharmacology, translational research, biology, molecular biology, or related fields; hands-on animal and laboratory experience, radioisotope work, and molecular assays required.
cell culture, ELISA, western blot, Microsoft Excel
dsm-firmenichEuronext Amsterdam: DSFIR: Produces ingredients for nutrition, health, and beauty products.
PhD in Cell Biology, Pharmacology, Neurobiology or related field; hands-on GPCR biology expertise; strong molecular biology and mammalian cell culture skills; experience with GPCR assays and in silico discovery; data analysis in R/Python.
Senior Principal Scientist, Neuropsychiatry Discovery
San Diego, California, United States
$137k-$236k/yrOnsiteFull Time
Johnson & JohnsonNYSE: JNJ: Develops and manufactures pharmaceutical drugs and medical devices.
10+ YOEPhD plus 10+ years' experience in neuroscience/biochemistry/molecular biology, drug discovery expertise, assay and cell culture experience, strong analytical and communication skills, mentorship and cross-functional leadership.
dsm-firmenichEuronext Amsterdam: DSFIR: Science-based creating ingredients for nutrition, health, and beauty.
PhD in cell biology/pharmacology/neurobiology, hands-on GPCR biology and cell-based assay development, strong molecular biology and cell-culture skills, publication record; R or Python data analysis desirable.
dsm-firmenichEuronext Amsterdam: DSFIR: Innovates in nutrition, health, and beauty science.
PhD in cell biology/pharmacology/neurobiology, hands-on GPCR biology and assay development, strong molecular biology and mammalian cell culture skills, publication record, and experience with in silico approaches; R or Python data skills desirable.