Senior Scientist - BioTherapeutics

HANSOH BIOA U.S.-based research & development subsidiary of Hansoh Pharma, Hansoh Bio is a biotech devoted to discovering and developing breakthrough therapies that conquer serious diseases and disorders for patients around the world. Hansoh Pharma is a leading biopharmaceutical company in Asia. Founded in 1995, we are committed to discovering and developing life-changing medicines to help patients. Our rapidly growing workforce of 9,000+ employees, and our fully integrated research and development, manufacturing and commercial capabilities have propelled us into leadership positions across a broad range of therapeutic areas, including CNS, oncology, infectious disease, and metabolic disorders. With 1,400 professionals across multiple R&D functions, we rank 2nd in innovation among all Chinese biotech and pharmaceutical companies, based on new molecular entities developed for clinical development. Since an IPO on Hong Kong stock exchange in June 2019, we have raised $1.6B from global top-tier institutional investors; with a current equity value of approximately $27B, Hansoh is the 2nd largest biopharmaceutical companies in China and 6th largest in Asia by market capitalization. For more information, please visit www.hspharm.com.BIOTHERAPEUTICS – MARYLAND R&D CENTERAt Hansoh, we never rest in the quest of bringing truly life-changing treatments to patients. We are currently seeking a motivated and experienced senior scientist to join our Biotherapeutics team in Rockville, Maryland. The position offers an exciting opportunity to engage in assay development, target validation, and preclinical candidate development of high impact projects.THE POSITION – SENIOR SCIENTIST OF BIOTHERAPEUTICSWe are seeking a passionate and science-driven candidate who will be responsible for leading antibody-based projects. The Maryland R&D site will be focusing on the discovery of novel drug candidates, including monoclonal antibody, antibody drug conjugate (ADC) and bispecific antibody for the treatment of cancer, renal, cardiovascular, and immune system diseases. Candidate is expected to explore and introduce technological tools, methodologies, and knowledge to achieve project goals and expand our research capabilities. The successful candidate will work directly with corporate partners, cross-functional teams, and project teams to support our pre-clinical programs.RESPONSIBILITIESAssay Design & Optimization: Design, develop, and execute cellular assays (e.g., reporter assays, ELISA, qPCR) with minimal supervisionValidation & Testing: Write validation protocols, execute experiments, and evaluate assay performance specifications, precision, and robustnessTroubleshooting & Data Analysis: Analyze experimental data using statistical software, interpret quantitative results, and troubleshoot assay failures or instrument issuesCollaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams including discovery research, biomarker development, bioinformatics, and project managementCommunication: Provide timely communication and presentations to project team and governance bodyQUALIFICATIONSPh.D. degree in biology, immunology, cancer biology, or related field with minimal 5 years of relevant experience.Experienced in assay development and optimizationTrack record of industry experienceCell line development and pre-clinical development experience desired.Outstanding oral and written communication skills.Ability to prepare, present and discuss project reports in internal and partner-facing meetings with clarity, accuracy, and precision.