Careers 

Novoron Bioscience is building a team focused on advancing first-in-class therapeutics for neurodegenerative disease and CNS injury.

Below are the positions we are currently hiring for.

Sr. Research Associate / Scientist – Cell Biology & Assay Development

About Novoron Bioscience

Novoron Bioscience is a San Diego-based biotechnology company developing first-in-class therapeutics targeting neurodegeneration and central nervous system injury. Our platform focuses on lipoprotein receptor biology and the development of novel small molecule and biologic therapeutics for diseases including Alzheimer’s disease, synucleinopathies, and spinal cord injury.

Our team combines cell biology, human iPSC models, assay development, structural biology, and emerging AI-enabled discovery approaches to advance novel therapeutic programs from early discovery toward clinical development.

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Research Associate or Scientist to support our cell biology and assay development efforts. This is an opportunity to join a growing discovery-stage biotech company and contribute directly to the development of novel therapeutics for neurological disease.

Title and level will be commensurate with experience and academic background.

Position Summary

Working closely with our research leadership team and senior scientists, you will contribute to the development, optimization, and execution of cell-based assays supporting our neurodegeneration and CNS therapeutic programs.

The role will involve hands-on work with a range of cellular systems, including HEK293T cells, human induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-derived neural progenitor cells (NPCs), and neurons. You will support both established and next-generation assay platforms focused on protein internalization, neuronal differentiation, toxicity screening, and small molecule activity profiling.

This position is ideal for a scientifically curious, detail-oriented individual who enjoys working in a collaborative startup environment and is excited by the opportunity to help build new technologies and therapeutic programs.

Responsibilities  

  • Culture, maintain, expand, validate, and cryopreserve a variety of mammalian cell lines and human iPSC-derived neural cell systems

  • Execute and optimize cell-based assays related to protein internalization, neuronal differentiation, toxicity profiling, and small molecule screening

  • Assist in the development and validation of new experimental protocols and assay methodologies

  • Perform experiments in cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, and assay development

  • Analyze and present experimental data in a clear and organized manner

  • Maintain accurate experimental documentation using electronic lab notebooks and Good Documentation Practices

  • Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary internal and external research teams

  • Participate in weekly scientific meetings and contribute to experimental planning and troubleshooting

Basic Qualifications 

  • BS/MS with significant laboratory and/or industry experience, or PhD in cellular and molecular biology, neuroscience, biochemistry, or related field

  • Experience working with mammalian cell culture systems

  • Experience with protein analysis techniques such as western blotting and SDS-PAGE

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in one or more of the following areas is highly desirable:

  • Human iPSC culture and neuronal differentiation

  • Immunocytochemistry, microscopy, and cellular characterization assays

  • RT-qPCR and molecular biology techniques

  • Cell-based medium- or high-throughput screening assays

  • Flow cytometry and associated analysis software (FlowJo, FCS Express)

  • High-content imaging platforms

  • Small molecule discovery or translational neuroscience research

  • Assay development and optimization

Location

San Diego, California

This position is based on-site in San Diego, California. Candidates should already be located in, or willing to independently relocate to, the San Diego area.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume/CV along with a brief summary of your research experience and interests to contact@novoron.com.

Please include “Sr. Research Associate / Scientist Application” in the subject line of your email.

Novoron Bioscience is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a collaborative and inclusive scientific environment.