Senior Research Scientist, Chemical Biology & Proteomics

AstraZeneca

Waltham, MA, US
Base: $116,284.00 - $174,426.00 usd annual; bonus/...
Phd with 2+ years post-doctoral or industrial experience
Hands-on quantitative mass spectrometry method development
Experience with ip-ms or chemical probe-based enrichment workflows
The role involves developing and employing chemical tools and proteomics technologies to provide mechanistic insights for drug discovery projects across therapeutic areas

Job Summary

  • The role involves developing and employing chemical tools and proteomics technologies to provide mechanistic insights for drug discovery projects across therapeutic areas.
  • Candidates will design and execute experimental plans to understand target engagement, selectivity profiles, and drug-induced proteome dynamics of therapeutic agents.
  • AstraZeneca offers an inclusive culture that champions diversity, collaboration, and lifelong learning while empowering scientists to push the boundaries of medicine.

Matching Summary

The role involves developing and employing chemical tools and proteomics technologies to provide mechanistic insights for drug discovery projects across therapeutic areas.

Salary

Base: $116,284.00 - $174,426.00 USD Annual; Bonus/Equity: Short-term incentive bonus and equity-based long-term incentive program eligible; Benefits: Retirement contribution and commission eligibility (sales roles)

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD with 2+ years post-doctoral or industrial experience
  • Hands-on quantitative mass spectrometry method development
  • Experience with IP-MS or chemical probe-based enrichment workflows
  • Expertise in TMT, SILAC, label-free, and DIA approaches
  • Skilled in investigating PTMs and protein complex perturbations

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with pre-clinical drug discovery projects
  • Familiarity with targeted proteomics techniques
  • Positive result-oriented and problem-solving attitude
  • External reputation through high-impact publications
  • Experience with robotic automation and liquid handling systems

Key Requirements

  • PhD degree required
  • Minimum 2 years post-doctoral or industrial experience
  • Proven expertise in mass spectrometry-based covalent screening
  • Strong data analysis and communication skills
  • Significant external reputation via publications and presentations

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