Job Description

Research Associate I, Pharmaceutical Development **~ Contract**

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Nurix Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and

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commercialization of small molecule therapies designed to modulate cellular protein levels as a novel

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treatment approach for cancer and immune disorders. Leveraging Nurix's extensive expertise in E3

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ligases together with its proprietary DNA-encoded libraries, Nurix has built DELigase, an integrated

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discovery platform to identify and advance novel drug candidates targeting E3 ligases, a broad class of

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enzymes that can modulate proteins within the cell. Nurix's drug discovery approach is to either harness

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or inhibit the natural function of E3 ligases within the ubiquitin proteasome system to selectively

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decrease or increase cellular protein levels.

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Description

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Nurix is looking for a Research Associate I, Pharmaceutical Development to provide scientific, technical, and hands-on support of drug discovery and product development related to small molecules from early discovery to clinical trial enabling studies.





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- Prepare and characterize preclinical formulations in support of multiple programs.
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- Perform stability and solubility testing using HPLC/UPLC.
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- Assist with pre-formulation and formulation development for oral solid dosage forms.
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- Contribute to internal and external presentations and publications.
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Qualifications

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- Thorough understanding of basic chemistry principles
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- Excellent basic quantitative laboratory skills including weighing, pipetting, and use of volumetric glassware
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- Strong basic HPLC/UPLC skills and understanding (XRD and Mass Spec experience a plus)
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- Excellent organizational and documentation skills
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- Proficiency in Microsoft 365
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- Experience in secure handling of potent compounds
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- BS/BA or higher in chemistry, pharmaceutics, engineering, or related field with 2 - 4 years of industry experience
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Salary Range: 40/hr - 55/hr

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Location: Brisbane, CA - Onsite

📌 Research Associate I, Pharmaceutical Development ~ Contract (Queensland)
🏢 Nurix
📍 Queensland