Scientist, In Vitro Biology

A U.S.

-based research & development subsidiary of Hansoh Pharma, Hansoh Bio is a biotech devoted to discovering and developing breakthrough therapies that conquer serious diseases and disorders for patients around the world. Hansoh Pharma is a leading biopharmaceutical company in Asia. Founded in 1995, we are committed to discovering and developing life-changing medicines to help patients. Our rapidly growing workforce of 9,000+ employees, and our fully integrated research and development, manufacturing and commercial capabilities have propelled us into leadership positions across a broad range of therapeutic areas, including CNS, oncology, infectious disease, and metabolic disorders.

With 1,400 professionals across multiple R&D functions, we rank 2nd in innovation among all Chinese biotech and pharmaceutical companies, based on new molecular entities developed for clinical development. Since an IPO on Hong Kong stock exchange in June 2019, we have raised $1.6B from global top-tier institutional investors; with a current equity value of approximately $27B, Hansoh is the 2nd largest biopharmaceutical companies in China and 6th largest in Asia by market capitalization.

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We are seeking a talented and highly motivated Scientist to join our research team and contribute to the discovery and development of novel therapeutics. The successful candidate will be part of a multidisciplinary team focused on the discovery and characterization of novel drug candidates for the treatment of cancer, immunological diseases, and metabolic diseases.

Candidates should have strong hands-on laboratory experience in the development, optimization, and implementation of in vitro cellular and immunological assays. The position will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and report directly to the Associate Principal Scientist.

• Develop and perform in vitro biochemical assay, cell-based assays as well as cell-based binding assays to drive project effectively using standard assay techniques such as alphaLISA/ELISA, HTRF, luminescence, microscopy, and flow cytometry.
• Culture and engineer cell lines and prepare reagents and test agents according to approved protocols.
• Exercise sound technical judgment to troubleshoot experiments and resolve technical issues.
• Review data, prepare reports, and communicate experimental results to the manager and in team meetings.
• Coordinate and execute assigned tasks while interacting with multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all experimental procedures and data in an electronic laboratory notebook.

• PhD in Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Immunology, or a related scientific discipline, with at least 1–2 years (PhD) of hands-on laboratory experience in drug discovery–related works
• Extensive experience in developing and optimizing assays to assess drug candidate potency, selectivity, and mechanism of action.
• Proficiency with cell-based techniques, including cell culture, cell line engineering, cell-based functional assays, flow cytometry, Western blotting, and AlphaLISA/ELISA/HTRF, is required.
• Experience with automated liquid-handling systems and high throughput assays is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and ensure on-time delivery, with minimum supervision, is highly desired.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to interpret and clearly understand SOPs and laboratory procedures
• Detail-oriented, analytical with excellent problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment
• Diligent, strong growth mindset with positive “can-do” attitude towards assigned tasks
• Good planning and organizing skills to meet project deadlines