Dren Bio (the "Company") is a privately held, clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on developing therapeutic antibodies for the treatment of cancer, autoimmune and other serious diseases. The Company's management team and scientific advisors have profound expertise covering the discovery and development of specially engineered antibodies. Dren Bio's pipeline encompasses a multitude of programs from its two distinct, wholly-owned technologies. The Company's lead development candidate, DR-01, induces antibody-mediated killing of a specific cell type known to play a key role in various hematologic malignancies and autoimmune disorders. In addition to DR-01, the Company has launched multiple programs from its proprietary Targeted Myeloid Engager and Phagocytosis Platform, a bispecific antibody-based technology that offers a novel mechanism of action focused on selectively engaging myeloid cells (antigen presenting cells) for the targeted depletion of pathologic cells and other disease-causing agents.
Bioanalytical Sciences
Senior Research Associate/ Associate Scientist
Foster City
Director, Bioanalytical Sciences
Dren Bio is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as an Senior Research Associate/ Associate Scientist in Bioanalytical Sciences. The successful candidate will work on PK, immunogenicity and biomarker assay development, qualification, sample analysis, and assay transfer to CRO. This is an outstanding opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment and play an integral role the discovery and development of novel therapeutics for cancer and other indications. The position offers exceptional opportunities for scientific and professional growth in a fast-paced, rapidly growing company.
Development and qualification of PK, immunogenicity and biomarker assays in support of clinical and nonclinical studies of biotherapeutics, with manager supervision.
Transfer of PK/immunogenicity/biomarker assays to CROs for full validation
Conducts sample testing (routine and specialized) in support of nonclinical pharmacology, toxicology and PK studies (non-GLP).
Manages in house sample logistics and reagent inventory
Coordinates customized reagent generation and characterization.
Supports outsourced bioanalytical activities, providing assay reagents, CoAs and other GLP related documents
Prepares and presents assay results to project teams and other internal audiences
Authors assay qualification protocols and bioanalytical reports for non-GLP tox studies
Keeps accurate and updated lab documents and training records
BS/MS in biology or related fields, with 8+ years of industry experience
Experience in the quantitative bioanalysis of large molecules including assay development, transfer, and qualification, sample analysis, etc.
Experience with immunogenicity analysis in clinical and preclinical settings
Knowledge of current GLP regulations, bioanalytical regulatory guidance and industry standard practice
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficiency with Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Power Point), Softmax, and other computer programs
Excellent communication skills, and ability to work efficiently in a fast paced, collaborative team environment
Able to multi-task and trouble shoot in a mostly independent fashion. Reads relevant literature and may interprets results.
Detail oriented with good organizational, documentation, and technical writing skills
Dren Bio strongly believes in investing in, and rewarding, its employees. This philosophy is embodied in the Company’s total rewards program, which includes competitive cash compensation, equity incentive awards, and employer sponsored benefit offerings. The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be between $92,000 and $120,000 per year. At Dren Bio, pay ranges are determined by role, level(s), and location. The range displayed in this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum new hire pay for candidates located across all United States job markets. Within the range, individual pay will be determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, Dren Bio’s Human Resources department can share more about the specific pay range based on the market location of the candidate.
Dren Bio is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit and business needs. Dren Bio will not discriminate against any job applicant because of race, color, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, gender identity, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Please send resume and cover letter to careers@drenbio.com
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