Company
About BioAge
BioAge Labs is a clinical-stage venture-backed biotechnology company headquartered in Richmond, CA. We’ve built a systems biology platform to map out the key molecular pathways that impact healthy human aging, based on proprietary human aging cohorts that have blood samples collected up to 45 years ago with participant -omics data that is tied to detailed medical follow-up records over their lifespan. To date, BioAge has raised $127M from Andreessen Horowitz, Kaiser Foundation Hospitals, and others. Recently, BioAge in-licensed our first two platform assets, and for both programs we’ll be initiating Phase 2 efficacy trials by H1 2021. Our mission is to develop a pipeline of therapeutic assets that increase healthspan and lifespan. For additional information about BioAge, visit the company’s website atwww.bioagelabs.com.
About the position
We are currently seeking to hire a full-time Scientist to facilitate drug target discovery for neurodegeneration and other neurologic diseases. This position is fully remote and will involve no laboratory work.
Responsibilities
- Interacting with data science and in vitro members to identify potential new targets and pathways that impact cognitive aging and neurodegeneration, based on our human cohort omics datasets
- Interacting with the in vivo team to assist in the development of preclinical models for validating and testing drug candidates in mice and in interpretation of preclinical data
- Reviewing scientific literature relevant to candidate drug targets identified by our platform to facilitate the process of target prioritization and drug candidate selection
- Preparing written summaries and recommendations on specific targets and target classes in the context of aging and specific neurodegenerative disease indications to present to the BioAge team
Qualifications, Skills, & Abilities
- Candidates should have a PhD with an expertise in neuroscience
- Experience and knowledge in the area of neurodegenerative diseases
- Familiarity with mouse models of neurodegenerative diseases
- Interest in systems biology approaches for facilitating drug discovery
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic biotechnology environment with a diverse group of scientists
BioAge offers a comprehensive compensation package, as well as generous paid time off in addition to company-observed holidays. We provide medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with a 401(k) retirement savings plan which includes matching employer contributions. We also pride ourselves in giving employees many opportunities for career development including a generous annual budget for continued learning, a direct and open-door environment, and a dedication to training and skill development.
BioAge is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. BioAge prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. BioAge conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.