Scientist II, In-Vitro & Nonclinical Assay Development

Tonix Pharmaceuticals · Frederick, MD · $100k–$140k

The role

This Scientist II role supports preclinical research by developing, optimizing, and executing in vitro and nonclinical assays. The position involves cell-based assays, DMPK/ADME studies, and 3D culture systems to evaluate therapeutic candidates. The scientist will collaborate with internal teams and external partners to generate reproducible data for program decisions.

Pay
$100k–$140k
Location
Frederick, MD
Level
Mid
Experience
2+ yrs
Education
Masters
Sponsorship
Not offered

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About Tonix Pharmaceuticals

Tonix Pharmaceuticals is a commercial-stage biotech company developing treatments for central nervous system and immunology conditions, with marketed products for fibromyalgia and migraine, and a pipeline including candidates for Lyme disease prevention and kidney transplant rejection.

What you would do

  • Develop and run in vitro cell-based and biochemical assays
  • Perform DMPK/ADME assays like permeability and protein binding
  • Build and evaluate 3D culture, spheroid, and organoid systems
  • Support nonclinical assays for efficacy, safety, and mechanism
  • Design experiments, optimize protocols, and troubleshoot assays
  • Maintain mammalian cell cultures including primary cells

Must have

  • Hands-on mammalian cell culture experience
  • In vitro assay development and optimization skills
  • Design and troubleshoot cell-based or biochemical assays
  • Proficiency in molecular and biochemical lab techniques
  • Quantitative data analysis abilities
  • Strong experimental planning and problem-solving skills
  • Technical writing and presentation skills
  • Work independently and in multidisciplinary teams
  • PhD with 2+ years or MS with 4+ years experience
  • Relevant research in pharma, biotech, or academic settings

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with DMPK/ADME assay concepts
  • Experience with 3D culture, spheroids, or organoids
  • Experience supporting nonclinical drug development studies

What you get

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts
  • Employee assistance and pet insurance
  • 401k with company match and stock options
  • Paid time off, sick time, and holidays

Experience and education

  • 2+ years of relevant experience
  • Masters degree or equivalent experience

Key skills

  • cell culture
  • assay development
  • dm pk/adme
  • 3d culture
  • spheroids
  • organoids
  • rt-pcr
  • western blotting
  • elisa
  • luminescence assays
  • microscopy
  • cytotoxicity assays
  • permeability assays
  • protein binding
  • cyp assays

Tonix Pharmaceuticals* is a fully integrated, commercial-stage biotechnology company focused on central nervous system (CNS) and immunology treatments in areas of high unmet medical need. TONMYA® (cyclobenzaprine HCl sublingual tablets 2.8 mg) is the first new treatment for fibromyalgia in adults i…

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