Scientific Associate

About Idorsia Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Idorsia Ltd is reaching out for more – We have more ideas, we see more opportunities and we want to help more patients.

In order to achieve this, we want to develop Idorsia into one of Europe’s leading biopharmaceutical companies, with a strong scientific core.

Headquartered in Switzerland – a European biotech hub – Idorsia is specialized in the discovery and development of small molecules, to transform the horizon of therapeutic options. Idorsia has a broad portfolio of innovative drugs in the pipeline, an experienced team, a fully-functional research center, and a strong balance sheet – the ideal constellation to bringing R&D efforts to business success.

Idorsia was listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ticker symbol: IDIA) in June 2017 and has over 1,100 highly qualified specialists dedicated to realizing our ambitious targets.

We are looking for a motivated experienced Scientific Associate to join our HTS team

Job Responsibilities

With a significant degree of self responsibility, the successful candidate will
Establish and optimize cell-based functional assays for different therapeutic targets
Perform small molecule screening campaigns in 384-format on integrated automation platforms
Analyze and interpret screening data using different software applications
Present results in a multidisciplinary environment
Interact with scientists from other departments and educational backgrounds
Plan and document experiments and screening campaigns

Candidate’s Requirements
MSc degree in molecular biology
Experience in high-throughput screening and modern screening assay technologies
Several years of research experience in industry or an academic screening facility
Experience with automated imaging and high content data analysis
A good understanding of and experimental experience with ion channels and GPCRs
Proficient in cell culture
Enthusiasm, flexibility, and ability to work in a diverse and interdisciplinary environment
Fluency in English (verbal and written)

What Idorsia Offers
Exciting opportunities for development and professional growth within our dynamic organization
A collaborative and solution-oriented environment where you can make a difference
An innovative and open culture in a truly multicultural environment
A competitive salary and generous social benefits

Work Location: Allschwil – Basel Area

Country: Switzerland

Business Area: Drug Discovery Biology – Technologies and Lead Discovery

Schedule: Full-time

Job Type: Permanent

Job ID: 3774

At Idorsia, we harness the power of difference, authenticity, and inclusion to achieve business success.

We encourage all potential candidates with diverse backgrounds of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, and disability to submit their job applications. All applicants will receive consideration.

We are committed to fostering respect, fairness, and equal opportunities for all job applicants and our employees.

Please be informed that if you are selected for this position, your employment will be subject to a pre-employment background screening process, of which you would be informed in greater detail in due course.

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