Senior Staff/Principal Scientist, Organic Chemistry & Biochemistry Pleasanton, CA, USA Full-time Location: SF Bay R&D Job Description We are seeking a talented and passionate Senior Staff/Principal Scientist to join our growing team. You will lead chemistry efforts to develop multi-step chemical processes that will be implemented in our groundbreaking technology. As part of a fast-paced and collaborative startup environment, you will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to build core chemistry solutions for our sequencing technology. Key Responsibilities: 1.Contribute as a full-time bench scientist and a leader of the chemistry team Design, implement, and adjust strategies & R&D plans in developing chemistries for a non-mass spec-based proprietary proteomics workflow Develop, verify, optimize protocols to accommodate cross-functional processes including automation. 2.Manage and prioritize multiple timelines across diverse projects/goals in coordination with other functional progress. 3.Communicate the overall chemistry strategy and rationale to external parties Proactively seek innovation - build and expand a technology pipeline & IP portfolio. 4.Actively identify, build, and secure internal and external resources to support R&D work. 5.Create and maintain a scientific advisory group to support R&D work Participate in multidisciplinary team activities, commit to rapid identification and resolution of problems, and advance projects through critical internal review processes. 6.Review research papers and intellectual property literature in support of ongoing research projects. Qualifications 1.Ph.D. in organic chemistry, biochemistry, medicinal chemistry, or chemical engineering with at least 10 years of professional experience in a biotech or pharma environment. 2.A thought leader in protein and nucleic acid chemistry. 3.Extensive experience in developing novel chemical methodologies for proximity ligation, surface/beads chemistry, assay development, protein (orthogonal) conjugation, proteomics sample preparation, post-translational modifications, solid-phase synthesis, and advanced purification techniques. Deep understanding of Edman degradation in protein sequencing chemistry. Good relationship with commercial resources providing services of analytical analysis of both small molecules and macromolecules. 3.Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team. 4.Excellent people skills and presentation skills. 5.Willing and capable of being hands-on in the wet-lab. How to Apply: If you’re excited about joining a team that’s driving revolutionary change in proteomics and precision medicine, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to lydia.liu@lunarbiosci.com!
Lunar Biosciences
Biotechnology Research
Pleasanton, California 990 followers
Reshaping de novo protein sequencing workflow
About us
Lunar Biosciences, a biotech startup headquartered in Pleasanton, California, is revolutionizing the field of proteomics with its innovative technology. Our focus is on developing a groundbreaking proteomics platform that enables scientists to systematically unlock the secrets of Proteoforms. In the era of precision medicine, the integration of Lunar Biosciences' technology into the drug development process and biomarker discovery for diagnostics will mark a significant shift. We are fundamentally transforming the traditional methods of discovering, developing, and marketing drugs and diagnostics. By doing so, we are catalyzing the transition from serendipity-driven to data-driven medicine. We aim to revolutionize healthcare and empower precision medicine, thereby enhancing human well-being.
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- Biotechnology Research
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- 11-50 employees
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- Pleasanton, California
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- Privately Held
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- 2023
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Senior/Staff Scientist, Peptide/Nucleic Acid Chemistry Location: Pleasanton, CA Full time About The Job Lunar Biosciences is a cutting-edge biotech startup at the forefront of proteomics innovation. Headquartered in Pleasanton, California, our mission is to unlock the secrets of Proteoforms through our revolutionary proteomics platform. Our technology is reshaping the landscape of drug discovery and biomarker development, driving the shift from traditional methods to precision, data-driven medicine. We are seeking a talented and passionate Staff/Principal Scientist to join our growing team. You will lead chemistry efforts to develop multi-step chemical processes that will be implemented in our groundbreaking technology. As part of a fast-paced and collaborative startup environment, you will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team to build core chemistry solutions for our sequencing technology. Key Responsibilities · Lead, design, and implement experimental strategies in developing chemistries for a non-mass spec based proprietary proteomics workflow · Develop and optimize protocols to accommodate cross-functional processes including the automation if necessary · Adopt and adjust multiple timelines across diverse projects/goals in coordination with other functional progress · Participate and engage in multi-disciplinary team activity, committed to the expeditious identification of problems and advance projects through the critical internal review process Qualifications · Ph.D. in organic, medicinal chemistry, biochemistry, or chemical engineering with at least 5 years of professional experience in a biotech or pharma environment. · Extensive experience in developing novel chemical methodologies for proximity ligation, surface chemistry / beads assay development, solid-phase synthesis and advanced purification techniques, and beyond. · Proficiency in contemporary protein (orthogonal) conjugation, and analytical methods such as mass spectrometry, HPLC, and NMR. · Deep understanding of Edman degradation in protein sequencing chemistry. · Review research papers and intellectual property literature in support of ongoing investigation. · Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team. · Willing and capable of being hands-on in the wet-lab and leading chemistry group. Why Join Us? At Lunar Biosciences, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team working on the next wave of advancements in proteomics and precision medicine. We offer a dynamic and innovative startup environment where you’ll have the opportunity to impact human health and well-being while working alongside passionate, dedicated professionals. How to Apply: If you’re excited about joining a team that’s driving revolutionary change in proteomics and precision medicine, we’d love to hear from you.
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We are hiring a Research Associate or Scientist, Peptide and Nucleic Acid Chemistry Pleasanton, CA, USA Full-time Location: SF Bay R&D Company Description Lunar Biosciences is a cutting-edge biotech startup at the forefront of proteomics innovation. Headquartered in Pleasanton, California, our mission is to unlock the secrets of Proteoforms through our revolutionary proteomics platform. Our technology is reshaping the landscape of drug discovery and biomarker development, driving the shift from traditional methods to precision, data-driven medicine. We are seeking a talented and passionate Research Associate or Scientist to join our growing team. You will join in a team to develop multi-step chemical processes that will be implemented in our groundbreaking technology. As part of a fast-paced and collaborative startup environment, you will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team to build core chemistry solutions for our sequencing technology. Job Description 1. Execute experimental strategies in developing proprietary polymers by adopting new chemical methods. 2. Develop and optimize protocols to accommodate cross-functional processes including the automation if necessary. 3. Adopt and adjust multiple timelines across diverse projects/goals in coordination with other functional progress. 4. Participate and engage in multi-disciplinary team activity, committed to the expeditious identification of problems and advance projects through the critical internal review process. Qualifications 1. B.S. in organic, medicinal chemistry, or chemical engineering with 3-5 years of industry experience; alternatively, candidates with an M.S. degree and 1-3 years of industry experience, or a Ph.D. with post-doctoral experience, are also encouraged to apply. 2. Preferred to have experience in synthesizing and derivatizing peptides/DNA, including solid-phase synthesis and advanced purification techniques Familiar with contemporary protein (orthogonal) conjugation, and analytical methods such as mass spectrometry, HPLC, and NMR. 3. Review research papers and intellectual property literature in support of ongoing investigation. 4. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team. Additional Information Why Join Us? At Lunar Biosciences, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team working on the next wave of advancements in proteomics and precision medicine. We offer a dynamic and innovative startup environment where you’ll have the opportunity to impact human health and well-being while working alongside passionate, dedicated professionals. How to Apply: If you’re excited about joining a team that’s driving revolutionary change in proteomics and precision medicine, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today! Please email to nick.wang@lunarbiosci.com, if you interested.
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We are hiring a Software Engineer, Signal/Data Processing (contractor) - hybrid role Pleasanton, CA, USA Department: R&D Location: SF Bay R&D Company Description Lunar Biosciences is a cutting-edge biotech startup at the forefront of proteomics innovation. Headquartered in Pleasanton, California, our mission is to unlock the secrets of Proteoforms through our revolutionary proteomics platform. Our technology is reshaping the landscape of drug discovery and biomarker development, driving the shift from traditional methods to precision, data-driven medicine. We are seeking a talented and passionate Software Engineer, Signal/Data Processing to join our growing team. You will play a critical role in processing and analyzing single molecule data to drive scientific insights and empower our groundbreaking technology. As part of a fast-paced and collaborative startup environment, you will work closely with researchers to build scalable solutions for real-time data analysis. Job Description 1. Builds and maintains data pipelines and software algorithm to support analysis, reporting, and machine learning. 2. Maintain scalable data processing pipelines to handle large-scale datasets with the implementation of algorithms for data parsing and transformation. Optimize data storage, retrieval, and processing efficiency in cloud and on-premises environments. 3. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices. 4. Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement in development workflows. 5. Debug and resolve complex data processing and software issues in a timely manner. Qualifications 1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. Advanced degrees are a plus. 2. Experiences with building the analysis process of time-series electronic signals from nanopore experiments and their calling algorithm development. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, R or C++. Experience with cloud-based data processing solutions (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and distributed computing frameworks (e.g., Hadoop, Spark). Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies. 3. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team. Additional Information At Lunar Biosciences, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team working on the next wave of advancements in proteomics and precision medicine. We offer a dynamic and innovative startup environment where you’ll have the opportunity to impact human health and well-being while working alongside passionate, dedicated professionals. How to Apply: If you’re excited about joining a team that’s driving revolutionary change in proteomics and precision medicine, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today! If you are interested, please send email to nick.wang@lunarbiosci.com
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We are hiring a Software Engineer, Signal/Data Processing (contractor) - hybrid role Pleasanton, CA, USA Department: R&D Location: SF Bay R&D Company Description Lunar Biosciences is a cutting-edge biotech startup at the forefront of proteomics innovation. Headquartered in Pleasanton, California, our mission is to unlock the secrets of Proteoforms through our revolutionary proteomics platform. Our technology is reshaping the landscape of drug discovery and biomarker development, driving the shift from traditional methods to precision, data-driven medicine. We are seeking a talented and passionate Software Engineer, Signal/Data Processing to join our growing team. You will play a critical role in processing and analyzing single molecule data to drive scientific insights and empower our groundbreaking technology. As part of a fast-paced and collaborative startup environment, you will work closely with researchers to build scalable solutions for real-time data analysis. Job Description 1. Builds and maintains data pipelines and software algorithm to support analysis, reporting, and machine learning. 2. Maintain scalable data processing pipelines to handle large-scale datasets with the implementation of algorithms for data parsing and transformation. Optimize data storage, retrieval, and processing efficiency in cloud and on-premises environments. 3. Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices. 4. Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement in development workflows. 5. Debug and resolve complex data processing and software issues in a timely manner. Qualifications 1. Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. Advanced degrees are a plus. 2. Experiences with building the analysis process of time-series electronic signals from nanopore experiments and their calling algorithm development. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, R or C++. Experience with cloud-based data processing solutions (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and distributed computing frameworks (e.g., Hadoop, Spark). Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies. 3. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team. Additional Information At Lunar Biosciences, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team working on the next wave of advancements in proteomics and precision medicine. We offer a dynamic and innovative startup environment where you’ll have the opportunity to impact human health and well-being while working alongside passionate, dedicated professionals. How to Apply: If you’re excited about joining a team that’s driving revolutionary change in proteomics and precision medicine, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today! If you are interested, please send email to nick.wang@lunarbiosci.com
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We are hiring a Senior Scientist, Peptide and Nucleic Acid Chemistry. Pleasanton, CA, USA Full-time Department: R&D Location: SF Bay R&D Company Description Lunar Biosciences is a cutting-edge biotech startup at the forefront of proteomics innovation. Headquartered in Pleasanton, California, our mission is to unlock the secrets of Proteoforms through our revolutionary proteomics platform. Our technology is reshaping the landscape of drug discovery and biomarker development, driving the shift from traditional methods to precision, data-driven medicine. We are seeking a talented and passionate Senior Scientist to join our growing team. You will lead chemistry efforts to develop multi-step chemical processes that will be implemented in our groundbreaking technology. As part of a fast-paced and collaborative startup environment, you will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team to build core chemistry solutions for our sequencing technology. Job Description 1. Lead and design experimental strategies in developing proprietary polymers by adopting new chemical methods. 2. Develop and optimize protocols to accommodate cross-functional processes including the automation if necessary. 3. Adopt and adjust multiple timelines across diverse projects/goals in coordination with other functional progress. 4. Participate and engage in multi-disciplinary team activity, committed to the expeditious identification of problems and advance projects through the critical internal review process. Qualifications 1. Ph.D. in organic, medicinal chemistry, or chemical engineering with several years (5~7 years) of professional experience in a biotech or pharma environment. 2. Extensive experience in developing novel chemical methodologies to synthesize and derivatize peptides/DNA, including solid-phase synthesis and advanced purification techniques. 3. Proficiency in contemporary protein (orthogonal) conjugation, and analytical methods such as mass spectrometry, HPLC, and NMR. 4. Deep understanding of Edman degradation in protein sequencing chemistry. Review research papers and intellectual property literature in support of ongoing investigation. 5. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and within a team. Additional Information Why Join Us? At Lunar Biosciences, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team working on the next wave of advancements in proteomics and precision medicine. We offer a dynamic and innovative startup environment where you’ll have the opportunity to impact human health and well-being while working alongside passionate, dedicated professionals. How to Apply: If you’re excited about joining a team that’s driving revolutionary change in proteomics and precision medicine, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today! If you are interested, please send email to nick.wang@lunarbiosci.com