The Core Responsibilities Of This Position Are

• Lead a small, highly motivated team of assay scientists who develop and run cell assays in support of internal and partner pipeline programs

• Work closely with scientists across the company in biology, chemistry, platform, screening, data, and computational teams to efficiently advance projects from hit validation through hit-to-lead and lead optimization to lead candidate selection

• Develop cell-based assay funnels to support structure-activity optimization for our inflammation target portfolio as programs progress to hit-to-lead and lead optimization

• Expert understanding of inflammatory pathways as they relate to the target and disease mechanism

• Analyze and interpret experimental data and communicate results in project team meetings

Experience and Qualifications: Part of Terray’s success is nurtured by a hands-on work environment where everyone is accountable, vested in a vision of excellence, and actively taking part in the success of the business. Terray supports a positive work environment where employees can feel engaged, recognized, and empowered to be creative. They will exhibit the ability to work well under pressure to provide results in a short timeframe. The company is looking for a highly responsive, goal-oriented individual who will bring significant energy and drive to solve complex technical problems and help us achieve our mission to advance human health.

Required Qualifications

• PhD in the small-moleculefield of immunology with 10+ years of small-molecule drug discovery industry experience
• Deep expertise in immunology, with a strong understanding of immune signaling pathways, disease mechanisms, and immune modulation strategies
• Extensive experience with small-molecule drug development from target validation through lead optimization
• Expertise in evaluating novel targets for drug development, including developing a robust screening approach and desired target product profile
• Strong leadership and mentorship skills with demonstrated experience managing a small team of highly motivated scientists
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary team and drive program progress; comfortable working on multiple projects in parallel and operating within a matrixed structure
• Hands-on experience in developing and optimizing a range on immunological assays (Flow cytometry, cytokine profiling, ELISA, Luminescence/fluorescence-based, Western blot, immunoprecipitation, etc.) and measuring small molecule inhibition (IC50) is required
• Demonstrated technical proficiency, attention to detail, ability to troubleshoot and solve problems, and to deliver high-quality data
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills,s and can thrive in a highly collaborative research environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with lab automation, high-throughput screening (384-well format), or liquid handling systems is preferred

Compensation Details: $180,000 - $263,000 (annually) depending on skill level; participation in the Company's option plan; 3% retirement safe harbor contribution; fully-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.