Research Associate I, Pharmaceutical Development (Contactor)

Nurix

San Francisco, CA, US
  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Function: Research Sci/Assoc/Mgr
  • Post Date: 05/18/2025
  • Website: www.nurixtx.com
  • Company Address: 1700 Owens Street, Suite 205, San Francisco, CA, 94158
  • Salary Range: $50,000 - $150,000

About Nurix

Nurix Therapeutics discovers drugs that harness the body's natural process to control protein levels.

Job Description

Nurix Therapeutics is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of targeted protein degradation medicines, the next frontier in innovative drug design aimed at improving treatment options for patients with cancer and inflammatory diseases. Powered by a fully AI-integrated discovery engine capable of tackling any protein class, and coupled with unparalleled ligase expertise, Nurix’s dedicated team has built a formidable advantage in translating the science of targeted protein degradation into clinical advancements. Nurix aims to establish degrader-based treatments at the forefront of patient care, writing medicine’s next chapter with a new script to outmatch disease.

Position Description

Nurix is looking for a Research Associate, 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.

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

Required Qualifications

  • Thorough understanding of basic chemistry principles
  • Excellent basic quantitative laboratory skills including weighing, pipetting, and use of volumetric glassware.
  • Strong basic HPLC/UPLC skills and understanding (XRD and Mass Spec experience a plus)
  • Excellent organizational and documentation skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft 365
  • 1-2 years industrial experience preferred
  • BS/BA or higher in chemistry, pharmaceutics, or related field


Application Process

Nurix is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a competitive salary and benefits package. Applicants should be legally entitled to work for any employer in the US.


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