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# Senior Research Associate 1, Neuroscience at Eikon Therapeutics

- **Company:** Eikon Therapeutics
- **Location:** New York, NY
- **Posted:** 2026-09-10
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-13
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/eikontherapeutics/jobs/5232437007

## Job description

Eikon Therapeutics is a new biopharmaceutical company employing revolutionary technology at the intersection of chemistry, engineering, computation, and biology to discover novel treatments for life-threatening diseases. Eikon’s discovery platform is built on groundbreaking innovations from its founders (Nobel Prize, 2014), culminating in the creation of microscopes which enable real time, molecular-resolution measurements of protein movement in living cells, thereby unlocking otherwise intractable classes of proteins as drug targets.

Position

We are seeking an enthusiastic and capable Senior Research Associate I to join our dedicated Neuroscience research team. As a Senior Research Associate I, you will be a key player in executing experiments to support target discovery and validation for Parkinson’s disease. This role is well-suited for a candidate with a passion for scientific exploration.

## About You

You are a motivated and detail-oriented scientist who enjoys hands-on laboratory work and contributing within a multidisciplinary research environment. You bring strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a proactive approach to learning, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. You are a collaborative team member with strong interpersonal and communication skills and a commitment to high-quality, well-documented scientific work.

## What You’ll Do

- Execute biochemical and cell-based assays to support Parkinson’s disease drug discovery.
- Conduct experiments using a variety of cell culture, molecular biology, and high-content imaging techniques.
- Participate in troubleshooting experiments, optimizing protocols, and addressing technical challenges to ensure the accuracy and reliability of data.
- Maintain organized and comprehensive records of experiments, results, and protocols in adherence to company standards and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in the maintenance, procurement, and inventory management of laboratory equipment and supplies.
- Uphold a culture of safety by strictly following laboratory protocols and promoting best practices in accordance with regulatory guidelines.

## Qualifications

- Master’s degree with 2 years of experience or Bachelor’s degree with 4 years of related experience in Biology, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, or a related field.
- Demonstrated excellence in cell culture techniques. Experience working with primary neuronal cultures, iPSC-derived cells, and/or complex co-culture model systems is a plus.
- Demonstrated excellence in standard cell biology, biochemistry, and protein detection and quantification techniques (such as ELISA and MSD).
- Experience with high-content imaging analysis (Harmony, ImageJ, MetaXpress).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and communicate research findings effectively.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, enabling effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.
- Highly self-motivated, proactive, and eager to learn new experimental and analytical approaches.
- Detail-oriented, well-organized, and capable of managing multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
- Familiarity with laboratory safety protocols and adherence to regulatory guidelines.
- Willingness to play a role in day-to-day activities supporting general laboratory tasks.
- Experience handling 96- and 384-well assay formats and/or automated liquid handling systems (e.g., Bravo, EL406) is a plus.

At Eikon, employee compensation also includes bonus and equity compensation, in addition to several generous benefit programs, including:​

- 401k plan with company matching​
- Medical (premiums covered by Eikon at 95%), dental and vision insurance (premiums covered by Eikon at 100%)​
- Mental health and wellness benefits​
- Weeklong summer and winter holiday shutdowns​
- Generous paid time off and holiday policies​
- Life/AD&D Insurance (premiums covered by Eikon at 100%) and optional supplemental employee-paid life/AD&D policies ​
- Enhanced parental leave benefit​
- Daily subsidized lunch program when on-site​

The expected salary range for this role is $100,000 to $120,750 depending on skills, competency, and the market demand for your expertise. Eikon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment.

We are currently not accepting any new third-party agencies or firms at this time. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our website, employees or Human Resources. Eikon Therapeutics will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm associated with unsolicited resumes.

## About Eikon Therapeutics

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Eikon Therapeutics is a late-stage clinical biopharmaceutical company that integrates single-molecule imaging, machine learning, and engineering to discover and develop novel therapies for oncology, immunology, and neuroscience.
- **Entity Type**: Public (NASDAQ: EIKN) – originally privately held, went public via a post-IPO equity round in 2026.
- **Headquarters**: Millbrae, California, United States
- **Founded**: 2019
- **Founders**: Not publicly named in the search results; the company was seeded by The Column Group.

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Biotechnology research and drug development (therapeutics)
- **Target customers**: Patients with unmet medical needs; the company partners with clinical research organizations, healthcare providers, and regulators.
- **Mission or purpose statement**: “Better insights will lead to better medicines” – the company aims to introduce new therapies that improve and extend life by deeply understanding human disease biology.

## Products & Services
- **EIK10 (TLR7/8 agonist)**: Phase 2 clinical program for solid tumors, leveraging immune response modulation.
- **VCP inhibitor (undisclosed target)**: Phase 1 program in oncology.
- **AR-v7 degrader**: Preclinical/early clinical program targeting androgen receptor splice variant in cancer.
- **PARP1 inhibitor**: Early-stage oncology program; also a CNS-penetrant PARP1 candidate for neuroscience.
- **AR degrader**: Preclinical androgen receptor degrader.
- **Discovery-stage programs**: Multiple undisclosed targets in oncology, immunology, and neuroscience, supported by the company’s single-molecule imaging platform.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed in search results; total funding of ~$1.5B as of mid-2026.
- **Key Metrics**:
  - Annual Revenue: $5.6M (reflective of early-stage, pre-commercial biotech).
  - Total Funding: $1.5B (seed, Series A $148M in 2021, Series B $518M in 2022, Series C $106M in 2023, and post-IPO equity of $381.2M in 2026).
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: The Column Group (lead seed/Series A), 18 investors in Series B, and multiple institutional partners across rounds; board includes industry veterans (e.g., Roger Perlmutter, former Merck CEO).
- **Growth Signals**:
  - Headcount grew ~2.7% YoY to 314 employees (2025–2026).
  - Active job postings increased 270% year-over-year (as of mid-2026).
  - Expanding pipeline into immunology and neuroscience beyond oncology.
  - Recent $351M financing event (reported by multiple outlets) to fund late-stage trials.

## Competitive Advantages
- **Proprietary single-molecule imaging platform** that enables real-time observation of protein dynamics at the single-molecule level, providing insights into disease mechanisms that traditional methods miss.
- **Machine learning integration** to analyze massive imaging datasets, accelerating target identification and drug design.
- **Deep bench of scientific talent**: Executives include Roger Perlmutter (CEO, ex-Merck), Roy Baynes (CMO, ex-Merck), and a team drawing from Genentech, Bristol Myers Squibb, Pfizer, and top academic institutions.
- **Cross-disciplinary approach** merging biology, engineering, and computation under one roof, reducing the “translation gap” between discovery and clinic.

## Strategic Focus
- **Advancing late-stage oncology pipeline**: Lead program (TLR7/8 agonist) in Phase 2, with plans to move into pivotal trials.
- **Expanding into new therapeutic areas**: Significant preclinical investment in immunology and neuroscience, with CNS-penetrant PARP1 and AR programs.
- **Continued platform development**: Scaling imaging and machine learning capabilities to enable faster, more precise drug discovery across multiple indications.
- **Building commercial infrastructure**: Post-IPO financing supports preparation for potential product launches and expanded clinical operations.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Values-driven environment prioritizing execution, collaboration, innovation, transparency, respect, and caring for patients and colleagues.
- **Engineering & science fusion**: Opportunity to work at the intersection of advanced imaging, machine learning, and drug development – unique in biotech.
- **Growth trajectory**: Young company with strong funding, public listing, and rapidly expanding pipeline; employees can have significant impact.
- **Compensation**: Competitive base salaries (e.g., Software Engineer ~$140k, Senior Software Engineer ~$167k) plus equity incentives.
- **Work model**: Likely office-based at the Millbrae HQ or satellite labs in Hayward, CA; clinical roles may require travel; no explicit remote/hybrid policy in search results.
- **Perks**: Not detailed, but typical biotech benefits (health, 401k, PTO) are assumed; the company emphasizes a “transparent and inclusive culture” per its values.
- **Employee sentiment**: Overall rating 3.0/5 on LinkedIn (66 reviews); work-life balance 3.2, compensation 3.4, culture 3.0, career opportunities 2.9 – indicating room for improvement in career development.

## Sources
1. [eikontx.com](https://www.eikontx.com/)
2. [eikontx.com/about-us](https://www.eikontx.com/about-us/)
3. [eikontx.com/join-us](https://www.eikontx.com/join-us/)
4. [eikontx.com/pipeline](https://www.eikontx.com/pipeline/)
5. [linkedin.com/company/eikon-therapeutics-inc](https://www.linkedin.com/company/eikon-therapeutics-inc)

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