Scientist / Senior Scientist, Bioanalysis - Ligand Binding Assays

Neurocrine Biosciences is seeking a Scientist or Senior Scientist to join the Bioanalysis group with a strong preclinical focus, supporting early-stage biologics drug development programs. The primary responsibility of this role is ligand binding assay (LBA) development and bioanalysis for preclinical pharmacokinetic (PK) studies in rodents and non-human primates.

Requirements

• Develop, optimize, and qualify ligand binding assays (e.g., ELISA, MSD/ECL, Gyrolab) to support preclinical non-regulated PK studies of antibodies, bispecifics, and fusion proteins in rodents and monkeys
• Perform hands-on bioanalysis of preclinical samples and ensure data quality, integrity, and scientific rigor
• Author and review bioanalytical protocols, assay qualification/validation reports, and preclinical study reports
• Analyze, interpret, and clearly communicate PK bioanalytical data to project and DMPK teams
• Collaborate closely with DMPK, toxicology, and pharmacology groups to support study design and data interpretation
• Interact with external CROs, including: Supporting assay and method transfer, Providing technical oversight during outsourced studies, Reviewing CRO data, reports, and study documentation

Benefits

• Retirement savings plan (with company match)
• Paid vacation
• Holiday and personal days
• Paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
• Health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage