<p>Eikon Therapeutics is a new biopharmaceutical company employing revolutionary technology at the intersection of chemistry, engineering, computation, and biology to discover novel treatments for life-threatening diseases. Eikon's discovery platform is built on groundbreaking innovations from its founders (Nobel Prize, 2014), culminating in the creation of microscopes which enable real time, molecular-resolution measurements of protein movement in living cells, thereby unlocking otherwise intractable classes of proteins as drug targets.</p> <p>Position</p> <p>We are seeking an enthusiastic and capable Senior Research Associate 2 to join our Neuroscience research team. As a Senior Research Associate 2, you will be a key player in executing experiments to support target discovery and validation for Parkinson's Disease.</p> <p>About You</p> <p>You have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in neuroscience or a related discipline, coupled with a passion for scientific exploration.</p> <p>What You'll Do</p> <ul> <li>Execute biochemical and cell-based assays to support novel Parkinson's disease target validation. </li><li>Conduct experiments using a variety of cell culture, molecular?biology?and?high-content?imaging techniques and leverage understanding of the purpose of the work to prioritize among multiple tasks. </li><li>Involve in troubleshooting experiments, optimizing protocols, and addressing technical challenges to ensure the accuracy and reliability of data. </li><li>Maintain organized and comprehensive records of experiments, results, and protocols in adherence to company standards and regulatory requirements. </li><li>Assist in the maintenance, procurement, and inventory management of laboratory equipment and supplies. </li><li>Uphold a culture of safety by strictly following laboratory protocols and promoting best practices in accordance with regulatory guidelines. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience, Stem Cell Biology, or a related field with a minimum of 6+ years of academic and/or industry experience; or Master's degree with 4+ years of relevant experience. </li><li>Proficiency?with standard cell biology, immunocytochemistry, biochemistry, protein detection & quantification (such as ELISA, MSD) techniques. </li><li>Extensive experience in cell culture techniques, including primary neurons. Experience in iPSC-derived cells and/or complex co-culture model systems a?plus. </li><li>Experience in assay development. </li><li>Experience handling 96- and 384-well assay formats and/or automated liquid handling systems (e.g.,?Bravo, EL406) preferred. </li><li>Working knowledge of high-content imaging analysis (Harmony, ImageJ,?MetaXpress). </li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and communicate research findings effectively. </li><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. </li><li>Highly?self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn new experimental and analytical approaches. </li><li>Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols and adherence to regulatory guidelines. </li></ul> <p>At Eikon, employee compensation also includes bonus and equity compensation, in addition to several generous benefit programs, including:</p> <ul> <li>401k plan with company matching </li><li>Medical (premiums covered by Eikon at 95%), dental and vision insurance (premiums covered by Eikon at 100%) </li><li>Mental health and wellness benefits </li><li>Weeklong summer and winter holiday shutdowns </li><li>Generous paid time off and holiday policies </li><li>Life/AD&D Insurance (premiums covered by Eikon at 100%) and optional supplemental employee-paid life/AD&D policies </li><li>Enhanced parental leave benefit </li><li>Daily subsidized lunch program when on-site </li></ul> <p>The expected salary range for this role is $113,000 to $123,500 depending on skills, competency, and the market demand for your expertise.</p> <p>Eikon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment.</p> <p>We are currently not accepting any new third-party agencies or firms at this time. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our website, employees or Human Resources. Eikon Therapeutics will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm associated with unsolicited resumes.</p>