Technician / Technicianess - Assay Development & Drug Screening

OVERVIEW

InterAx Biotech is among the leading GPCR drug discovery teams in the industry. We believe that future advances in drug discovery require a deeper understanding of the mechanisms of drug action. The fact that 50% of drug candidates fail due to poor efficacy underscores this perspective. To truly grasp biological mechanisms, it is essential to map and integrate multiple layers of chemical and biological complexity, from the atomic level to the organism level, and rigorously validate hypotheses using quantitative in silico models. Mechanistic modeling is at the core of InterAx; we leverage computational methods and interdisciplinary knowledge to understand drug effects across different levels of organism complexity.

Our in-house expertise spans atomic, molecular, cellular, and organism levels, covering all critical stages of drug discovery and early drug development. We employ unique mathematical models of cell signaling and boast leading expertise in real-time experimental cellular assays, as well as a profound understanding of GPCR pharmacology—the largest class of drug targets. Our state-of-the-art suite of computational chemistry, machine learning, and AI tools, coupled with exceptional medicinal chemistry and drug development expertise, positions us at the forefront of the industry.

We are currently expanding the InterAx team in the Zurich area of Switzerland and are seeking a Technician / Associate Scientist to support our assay development and drug screening activities. The ideal candidate will enjoy hands-on work in the lab, display attention to detail, and possess strong organizational skills, with a keen interest in optimizing experimental workflows and exploring opportunities for automation.

This position offers the chance to join our interdisciplinary, multinational, and innovative team—contributing to InterAx's ambitious journey in developing new technologies, scaling our platform, and creating drugs for high-impact disease areas, all while being part of a collaborative and inspirational culture. We value respectful communication, knowledge sharing, and supporting each other's growth. If you are a skilled and ambitious scientist eager to challenge your comfort zone, this role presents a remarkable opportunity for your professional growth and development.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and perform a variety of kinetic cell signaling assays for GPCRs (BRET / FRET-based assays).
• Perform and monitor mammalian cell culture.
• Conduct molecular biology techniques including cell transfection and ELISAs for biomarker quantification.
• Document, analyze, and present experimental data to the team.
• Support laboratory organization, including management of material orders, inventory, and equipment.

EDUCATION

Master's degree in Biology or a related field. Alternatively, a Bachelor's degree or a completed apprenticeship with 4+ years of relevant experience is acceptable.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Relevant industry experience in a biotech or pharmaceutical environment is preferred.
• Hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture.
• Experience with cellular signaling and drug screening assays.
• Proficiency with data analysis software such as Microsoft Excel and GraphPad Prism, or R.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team.
• Good communication skills and fluency in English.

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