Responsibilities:
- “Lead from the Bench” by actively participating in the team’s research activities with a focus on developability assessment and optimization of drug candidates (i.e., hands-on experimental work, experimental design, advanced data analysis, etc.)
- Build mass spectrometry-based solutions and proactively drive innovation by developing cutting edge LC-MS technologies and workflows to meet the challenges of a growing and complex large-molecule portfolio (e.g., monoclonal antibodies, bispecific antibodies, fusion proteins, antibody-drug conjugates, peptides, oligonucleotides, viral and non-viral nanoparticles, etc.)
- Leverage extensive knowledge of and experience with a broad range of characterization methods to inform lead optimization (e.g., intact mass analysis, identification of post-translational modifications, profiling molecule assembly and structural variants including disulfide mapping, identifying glycosylation patterns, etc.)
- Utilize expert-level proficiency in a wide range of industry-standard mass spectrometry data processing and analysis software platforms including Genedata Expressionist.
- Build effective partnerships with teams within BioTDR and across the broader discovery and development network and provide broad scientific leadership.
- Mentor and coach scientists to think deeply, work creatively, and deliver scientific excellence to drive projects to key decision points and milestones.
- Maintain strong engagement with the external scientific community through academic literature, collaborations/partnerships, active participation in technical meetings/consortia, and other professional networking.
Basic Requirements:
- Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline.
- 15+ years academic, research institute, or industry experience with mass spectrometry and separation sciences towards the characterization of proteins and peptides.
- Demonstrated ability to create and sustain a world-class biologics mass spectrometry laboratory and champion a culture of innovation, inclusion, collaboration, and scientific excellence.
Additional Skills/Preferences:
- Proven track record of partnering with third parties for the development of cutting-edge hardware and software
- Working knowledge of the large-molecule drug discovery, optimization, and development process.
- Promoting a culture of safety in the workplace.
- A record of scientific achievement as demonstrated by a strong publication record, presentations at external conferences, and patents
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.
- Working effectively across organizational boundaries to navigate complex business and technical issues.
- Ability to lead individuals and teams through direct and indirect reporting structures.
- Data analytics experience with Benchling.
Additional Information:
- Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
- Travel: 0-10%
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Actual compensation will depend on a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$205,500 – $301,400
