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About The Position

The Scientist, Assay Development Services supports Pharma/Biotech customers in drug discovery by providing Promega-enabled assay and cell line development in areas including target engagement, protein-protein interaction, metabolism, and targeted protein degradation. The role is part of Tailored Research and Development Solutions (TRS), a multidisciplinary team that collaborates with R&D and works with Promega clients. The scientist receives training and works across multiple areas of specialization, applying scientific knowledge to projects and executing innovative work. The position combines hands-on laboratory experimentation with independent project planning, troubleshooting, technical support, and client communication. The scientist develops luminescence-based assays, prepares detailed project reports, manages multiple projects, and collaborates with program managers, sales, and other business leaders. The role also involves using artificial intelligence and advanced digital tools to support experimental design, assay development, data analysis, and scientific decision-making. The scientist is expected to contribute to an inclusive, safe, ethical, and respectful workplace.

Requirements

  • Minimum of an Associate degree in a scientific discipline and 4 or more years of postgraduate laboratory experience, or a B.S. degree and 2 or more years of postgraduate laboratory experience.
  • Successful history of designing assays and interpreting experimental data.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with digital tools and technology, including Microsoft applications and mobile platforms, and ability to adapt to and use emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence to improve efficiency, automation, and 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 luminescence-based protein-protein interaction, target engagement, and targeted protein degradation assays.
  • Independently design and execute project plans while maintaining timelines.
  • Serve as a technical resource across multiple areas of specialization.
  • Use artificial intelligence and advanced digital tools to accelerate experimental design, optimize assay development strategies, enhance data analysis, and improve scientific efficiency and decision-making.
  • Prepare detailed technical project reports.
  • Work on several different types of projects simultaneously.
  • Communicate project status and results in client meetings.
  • Collaborate with program managers, sales, and other business leaders on project execution.
  • Demonstrate inclusion through words and actions and contribute to a safe workspace; act with kindness, curiosity, and respect for others.
  • Incorporate Promega’s six Emotional and Social Intelligence (ESI) core principles into daily work.
  • Understand and comply with ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements applicable to the business.

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Based on current job postings on Teal, the average Assay Development Scientist salary in the US is approximately $95,000 per year, with a typical range of $70,000 to $125,000.
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