Research Associate II, Bioassay Development & Sample Testing

Our mission is to develop therapies that empower the immune system to combat neurodegeneration and our team is focused on developing treatments for some of the most challenging diseases facing our society.

We are supported in this mission by experienced and accomplished scientists and clinicians, a novel portfolio of programs, leading healthcare investors, and pharma company partners, who share in our commitment to bettering the lives of patients and realizing a world where we make brain disorders history As a Research Associate II (RA II) for the Nonclinical Sciences team, you’ll work closely with scientists in both Research and Development to advance Alector’s drug discovery programs.

You will be able to contribute across a variety of programs ranging from early research to clinical stage and have broad involvement in work central to Alector’s strategic goals.

You will apply your existing technical skills, learn new skills, and play a key role in nonclinical development of the programs and help grow the company.

Responsibilities :

• Analyze samples from nonclinical toxicology and PK / PD studies
• Assist in the development of PK, PD, and immunogenicity assays to characterize treatment antibody and biomarkers in vivo
• Collaborate with research teams on other relevant bioassays
• Document experiment and results, analyze and present data to the rest of the company
• Support preparation of nonclinical study reports and regulatory documents

Requirements :

• You take pride in being persistent, self-motivated, and efficient
• You are proficient in ELISA, MSD, and GYROLAB, and have experience analyzing large number of samples
• You thrive in an environment where we work independently and on teams
• You demonstrate a track record of being a fast learner and troubleshooting independently
• You have a Bachelor of Science with at least 2 years of experience in the lab in an industrial setting

At Alector, our vision is bold, people are our priority, and our values are at the core of everything we do. Our dynamic and flexible environment encourages our teams to experiment, take ownership of decisions, and question convention to solve complex problems.

We value shared wins, perseverance, and a growth mindset, which drives us forward, together. Among the things you'll discover at Alector from your very first day are our committed and driven colleagues, a bold company vision, and new, modern offices designed to inspire innovation and collaboration in South San Francisco, right at the heart of Biotech Bay.

Our benefits are thoughtfully designed around Alectorians and their loved ones and include flexible hybrid work options, competitive compensation, and comprehensive and unique benefits that enhance your health and well-being.

Come join us! We believe that hard-working teams include people from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences who can challenge each other’s assumptions with fresh perspectives and bring creative ideas to the table.

We are committed to building an open, diverse, and inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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