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Associate Scientist, DMPK


Job Location:

San Diego, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 35 - 47
Posted: 17 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 14 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Who We Are:

Neurocrine Biosciencesis a leading biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering developing and commercializing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological psychiatric endocrine and immunological disorders. The companys diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia chorea associated with Huntingtons disease classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia hyperphagia in Prader-Willi syndrome endometriosis* and uterine fibroids* as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For more than three decades we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders because you deserve brave science. For more information visit and follow the company onLinkedInX Facebook and YouTube. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)



About the Role:
Performs research and/or development in collaboration with others on in-vivo and in-vitro pharmacokinetics pharmacodynamics and drug metabolism studies working with clinical pharmacology drug metabolism and therapeutics areas. Assists in the quantitative evaluation of new products and maintenance of existing pharmacokinetics and drug metabolism product lines through the application of state-of-the-art knowledge in pharmacokinetics pharmacodynamics and bioanalytical chemistry. Provides support in the outsourcing and conduct of in vitro drug metabolism and permeability assessments to support early drug discovery efforts. Participates in review and QC of study reports that are part of regulatory submission packages.

Your Contributions (include but are not limited to):
  • Plan write study protocols and conduct controlled experiments to characterize toxicological and PK properties of new investigational drugs. Collect analyze communicate results and assist in preparing reports in a timely manner

  • Work collaboratively with other scientists technicians and colleagues as part of multidisciplinary project teams

  • Understand and interpret study protocols/SOPs to ensure that the tasks are conducted accurately

  • Prepare dose formulations and other reagents as instructed

  • Other duties may be assigned as necessary

Requirements:
  • BS/BA degree AND some relevant experience preferred

  • Able to execute experiments efficiently and suggest small process improvements

  • Able to recognize patterns or inconsistencies in data results

  • Able to deduce meaningful results while conducting routine analyses or troubleshoot minor issues. Good knowledge of one scientific discipline

  • Developing knowledge of scientific principles methods and techniques

  • Good knowledge and some experience working with discipline specific laboratory equipment/tools

  • Ability to work as part of a team

  • Good computer skills

  • Developing communications problem-solving analytical thinking planning and organization skills

  • Detail oriented

  • Understands importance of meeting deadlines

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Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a workplace of belonging respect and empowerment and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications dont line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

The hourly rate we reasonably expect to pay is $35.35-$47.34. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors such as primary work location complexity and responsibility of role job duties/requirements and relevant experience and addition this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 15% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match) paid vacation holiday and personal days paid caregiver/parental and medical leave and health benefits to include medical prescription drug dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

Required Experience:

IC


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Neurocrine Biosciences is dedicated to providing breakthrough treatments for patients in need with rare and under-addressed diseases.

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