Scientist - Biology B6 II - USA

Location:

San Diego, CA

Salary Range:

Not specified

Introduction

We are seeking a highly motivated research scientist to join a collaborative, multidisciplinary team focused on discovering and advancing innovative therapies for cancer patients. The successful candidate will design and execute rigorous experiments, generate decision-enabling data, and translate findings into testable hypotheses. This role offers the opportunity to work across discovery disciplines and contribute directly to oncology programs from target validation to drug discovery. This is a temporary position expected to last approximately six months.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• BS in molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, or a related discipline.
• At least two years of wet-lab experience in an industry setting.
• Demonstrated expertise in mammalian cell culture and one or more areas such as genetic perturbation, protein biology, flow cytometry, or quantitative cellular assays.
• Strong experimental design, data analysis, troubleshooting, and scientific reasoning skills.
• Prior work experience at client or in client's Industry.
• Applicants must be able to work directly for Artech on W2.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience supporting oncology drug-discovery programs in an industry setting.
• Proficiency with automation to execute high-throughput cellular assays.
• Demonstrated contributions to low-molecular-weight drug discovery programs.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Design, execute, analyze, and document experiments that address key scientific questions in oncology drug discovery.
• Develop and apply relevant cellular, molecular, biochemical, and translational assays to evaluate targets, mechanisms of action, biomarkers, and therapeutic response.
• Work closely with colleagues in biology, chemistry, data science, pharmacology, biomarker research, and translational medicine to advance project objectives.

Company Benefits & Culture

• Promote a culture of scientific rigor, collaboration, inclusion, and continuous learning.
• Opportunity to translate innovative science into meaningful therapies for patients.
• Work in a dynamic and challenging environment that fosters growth and innovation.

For immediate consideration please click APPLY to begin the screening process with Alex.