Scientist II, Drug Development - ZipRecruiter : Job Details

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Ordaos Bio is seeking a Scientist II to join our Drug Development team. This role is critical to expanding our in vitro screening, characterization, and validation capabilities across multiple therapeutic programs. You'll play a key role in our NYC lab operations and will help advance our internal asset programs and pharmaceutical partnership projects through preclinical development.

This is a hands-on position best suited for someone who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic startup environments and enjoys tackling new challenges at the edge of scientific innovation. The work is primarily on-site at our lab in SoHo, NYC (JLABS).

The day-to-day for this role will include:

• Performing routine cell culture and primary cell isolation (e.g., PBMCs)
• Executing in vitro assays including flow cytometry, ELISA, Luminex, SDS-PAGE, Western blot, PCR, and others
• Supporting screening and QC of protein therapeutics using DSF, BLI, SEC, LC/MS
• Contributing to mammalian protein production
• Documenting all work using ELNs (preferably Benchling) and communicating results effectively to cross-functional teams
• Troubleshooting technical and methodological issues independently
• Collaborating closely with other scientists to meet shared goals across diverse therapeutic programs

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's in a relevant biological science (e.g., Cell Biology, Immunology, Molecular Biology)
• 2-4 years of hands-on lab experience in industry or academic research settings
• Experience maintaining cultured cell lines and working with primary cells such as human PBMCs
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot methodological and technical issues independently (
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, ambiguity-rich startup environment with shifting priorities
• Eager to learn, take on diverse challenges, and contribute across programs with varying goals and timelines
• Experience with both immortalized and primary cell culture
• Familiarity with protein characterization and in vitro assay development
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
• Proficient in ELNs; Benchling experience is a plus

Benefits

• Opportunity for ISO grants upon offer and milestones
• Competitive healthcare coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental and vision through Guardian Healthcare
• HSA (health savings account) program with maximum employer annual contribution
• 401k (traditional and Roth offered) with 100% match up to first 4% of pay
• 15 days paid vacation, in addition to 12 company paid holidays or floating holidays
• Free annual corporate membership to Citibike
• Monthly commuter benefits up to $130
• 4 weeks of paid Compassionate Leave for unforeseen or events that cause trauma or burden

Salary Range: 90,000-110,000 annual base salary

Ordaos is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's , , , , , , ancestry, , veteran status, genetic information, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Ordaos will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.