Sr. Scientist, Assay Development Services

Promega•Madison, WI

About The Position

The Sr. Scientist, Assay Development Services supports Pharma/Biotech customers in drug discovery by developing Promega-enabled assays and cell lines. The work spans areas including target engagement, protein-protein interaction, metabolism, targeted protein degradation, cell health, and immunoassays. The scientist serves as a technical expert across multiple areas, applies scientific leadership and project-management skills, and troubleshoots projects from design through delivery. The role involves hands-on experimental work, assay miniaturization and validation for high-throughput screening, client communication, and collaboration with program managers, sales, and other business leaders. The scientist also uses emerging technologies, including AI and advanced digital tools, to support experimental design, assay optimization, data analysis, and decision-making. The position is part of Tailored Research and Development Solutions (TRS), a collaborative team that works closely with R&D to support Promega clients.

Requirements

PhD in a scientific discipline.
2–5 years of postgraduate experience in drug discovery programs or industrial R&D.
Proficiency with automation equipment.
Proficiency with Microsoft applications and graphing software.
Ability to work at a lab bench or fume hood for extended periods.
Ability to wear protective gear such as gloves, a lab coat, and safety glasses.
Ability to operate a computer.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with assay development in small-titer formats, high-throughput screening, validation and counterscreening, and assay transfer workflows.
Ability to quickly adopt emerging technologies, including AI, to improve efficiency and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

Perform bench experiments using molecular and cellular biology techniques, including mammalian cell culture, transfections, molecular cloning, CRISPR, immunoblotting, and flow cytometry, to develop assays.
Miniaturize and validate assays for high-throughput screening using lab automation equipment.
Own projects from kickoff to delivery, including independent experimental design and execution while maintaining timelines.
Communicate project status and results through regular client meetings and detailed technical reports.
Manage several different types of projects concurrently.
Use AI and advanced digital tools to accelerate experimental design, optimize assay development strategies, enhance data analysis, and improve scientific efficiency and decision-making.
Collaborate with program managers, sales, and other business leaders on project execution.
Promote inclusion through words and actions and be accountable for maintaining a safe workspace.
Incorporate Promega’s six Emotional & Social Intelligence (ESI) core principles into daily work.
Understand and comply with applicable ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements.