Senior Research Associate 1, Neuroscience

Job description

Eikon Therapeutics is a new biopharmaceutical company employing revolutionary technology at the intersection of chemistry, engineering, computation, and biology to discover novel treatments for life-threatening diseases. Eikon’s discovery platform is built on groundbreaking innovations from its founders (Nobel Prize, 2014), culminating in the creation of microscopes which enable real time, molecular-resolution measurements of protein movement in living cells, thereby unlocking otherwise intractable classes of proteins as drug targets. ### Position We are seeking an enthusiastic and capable Senior Research Associate I to join our dedicated Neuroscience research team. As a Senior Research Associate I, you will be a key player in executing experiments to support target discovery and validation for Parkinson’s disease. This role is well-suited for a candidate with a passion for scientific exploration. ### About You You are a motivated and detail-oriented scientist who enjoys hands-on laboratory work and contributing within a multidisciplinary research environment. You bring strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a proactive approach to learning, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. You are a collaborative team member with strong interpersonal and communication skills and a commitment to high-quality, well-documented scientific work. ### What You’ll Do - Execute biochemical and cell-based assays to support Parkinson’s disease drug discovery. - Conduct experiments using a variety of cell culture, molecular biology, and high-content imaging techniques. - Participate in troubleshooting experiments, optimizing protocols, and addressing technical challenges to ensure the accuracy and reliability of data. - Maintain organized and comprehensive records of experiments, results, and protocols in adherence to company standards and regulatory requirements. - Assist in the maintenance, procurement, and inventory management of laboratory equipment and supplies. - Uphold a culture of safety by strictly following laboratory protocols and promoting best practices in accordance with regulatory guidelines. ### Qualifications - Master’s degree with 2 years of experience or Bachelor’s degree with 4 years of related experience in Biology, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, or a related field. - Demonstrated excellence in cell culture techniques. Experience working with primary neuronal cultures, iPSC-derived cells, and/or complex co-culture model systems is a plus. - Demonstrated excellence in standard cell biology, biochemistry, and protein detection and quantification techniques (such as ELISA and MSD). - Experience with high-content imaging analysis (Harmony, ImageJ, MetaXpress). - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and communicate research findings effectively. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. - Highly self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn new experimental and analytical approaches. - Detail-oriented, well-organized, and capable of managing multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously. - Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols and adherence to regulatory guidelines. - Willingness to play a role in day-to-day activities supporting general laboratory tasks. - Experience handling 96- and 384-well assay formats and/or automated liquid handling systems (e.g., Bravo, EL406) is a plus. At Eikon, employee compensation also includes bonus and equity compensation, in addition to several generous benefit programs, including:​ - 401k plan with company matching​ - Medical (premiums covered by Eikon at 95%), dental and vision insurance (premiums covered by Eikon at 100%)​ - Mental health and wellness benefits​ - Weeklong summer and winter holiday shutdowns​ - Generous paid time off and holiday policies​ - Life/AD&D Insurance (premiums covered by Eikon at 100%) and optional supplemental employee-paid life/AD&D policies ​ - Enhanced parental leave benefit​ - Daily subsidized lunch program when on-site​ The expected salary range for this role is $100,000 to $120,750 depending on skills, competency, and the market demand for your expertise. Eikon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment. We are currently not accepting any new third-party agencies or firms at this time. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our website, employees or Human Resources. Eikon Therapeutics will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm associated with unsolicited resumes.