Calico Life Sciences Job Trends

Calico is seeking a Principal Scientist, Peptide Chemistry to join our Drug Discovery organization and lead a team focused on peptide design, synthesis and engineering to support Calico’s research and drug development projects. This role will work closely with structural biologists, computational modeling scientists, medicinal chemists, DMPK and formulation scientists to investigate structure-activity relationships and drive compound optimization. Additionally, this position will have the unique opportunity to collaborate with our Computing Group on the in silico design and validation for protein binders. The successful candidate must be highly motivated, detail-oriented, work autonomously with a variety of experimental techniques, be comfortable...

We are seeking a Senior/Principal Associate Scientist to join an interdisciplinary, collaborative team working at the intersection of mammalian stress response pathways and disease. The ideal candidate will be a skilled experimentalist with exceptional critical thinking skills, strong communication skills across cross-functional teams, and a strong history of productivity in fast-paced work environments. This person will be able to work both independently and collaboratively and will be detail-oriented, organized, adaptable and self-motivated. Key Responsibilities Manage and coordinate in vivo studies, in collaboration with the Research Physiology team Independently conduct smaller in vivo studies Sample preparation and management and execution of...

The Associate Director or Director of Biostatistics will be responsible for providing statistical data analysis expertise and leadership to support assigned clinical programs. Calico provides a scientifically stimulating and collaborative working environment, and this role will interact with scientists from a range of disciplines including basic research, computational biology, pharmacology, PKPD and biomarker experts. We are seeking a creative and innovative statistical scientist to direct project teams towards efficient strategies for data integration across multiple platforms with the ultimate goal of deriving meaningful inferences about the human condition. Key Responsibilities Independently lead biostatistical support for assigned therapeutic programs and clinical...

Calico is seeking an exceptional and experienced Lab Operations Specialist who will work within the Facilities and Operations group. The candidate will also work closely with the research groups and scientists and with other functional groups at Calico. Responsibilities will include Personnel management Train and mentor personnel on the Operations team, including Lab Assistants Coordinate external Operations contractors and determine resources needed Lab management, including oversight of shared lab areas and equipment Lab equipment management Troubleshoot lab equipment per manufacturer recommendations Coordinate repairs and preventative maintenance with vendors Schedule installation of new lab equipment Assist with purchasing service contracts Maintain...