Research Associate I, Pharmaceutical Development Contract

Research Associate I Pharmaceutical Development Contract

Nurix Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery development and

commercialization of small molecule therapies designed to modulate cellular protein levels as a novel

treatment approach for cancer and immune disorders. Leveraging Nurixs extensive expertise in E3

ligases together with its proprietary DNA-encoded libraries Nurix has built DELigase an integrated

discovery platform to identify and advance novel drug candidates targeting E3 ligases a broad class of

enzymes that can modulate proteins within the cell. Nurixs drug discovery approach is to either harness

or inhibit the natural function of E3 ligases within the ubiquitin proteasome system to selectively

decrease or increase cellular protein levels.

Description

Nurix is looking for a Research Associate I Pharmaceutical Development to provide scientific technical

and hands-on support of drug discovery and product development related to small molecules from early

discovery to clinical trial enabling studies.

Prepare and characterize preclinical formulations in support of multiple programs.

Perform stability and solubility testing using HPLC/UPLC.

Assist with pre-formulation and formulation development for oral solid dosage forms.

Contribute to internal and external presentations and publications.

Qualifications

Thorough understanding of basic chemistry principles

Excellent basic quantitative laboratory skills including weighing pipetting and use of volumetric

glassware

Strong basic HPLC/UPLC skills and understanding (XRD and Mass Spec experience a plus)

Excellent organizational and documentation skills

Proficiency in Microsoft 365

Experience in safe handling of potent compounds

BS/BA or higher in chemistry pharmaceutics engineering or related field with 2 - 4 years of industry experience

Salary Range: 40/hr - 55/hr

Location: Brisbane CA - Onsite