Senior Scientist or Principal Scientist, Targeted Proteomics

Who we are Kymera is a clinical‑stage biotechnology company pioneering targeted protein degradation (TPD) to develop medicines that address critical health problems and may dramatically improve patients’ lives. Kymera is deploying TPD to target disease pathways inaccessible with conventional therapeutics. Having advanced the first degrader into the clinic for immunological diseases, Kymera is focused on building an industry‑leading pipeline of oral small‑molecule degraders to provide a new generation of convenient, highly effective therapies for patients. How you’ll make an impact Scientific Leadership and Experimental Strategy : Partner with cross‑functional project teams to define key scientific questions that can be answered by targeted proteomics. Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize studies based on urgency and program impact. Translate key program questions into targeted proteomics experiments, execute studies, analyze and interpret data, and communicate findings to cross‑functional teams to enable program decision‑making. Targeted Proteomics and Assay Development : Drive TPD research programs through development and application of targeted protein mass spectrometry (MS) assays using state‑of‑the‑art LC‑MS systems—including nano‑LC and Orbitrap platforms. Generate pharmacodynamic (PD) profiles across a wide variety of biological matrices (e.g., cells, tissues, biofluids) from both human and preclinical species. Develop, optimize, qualify and transfer targeted proteomics assays to support preclinical and clinical studies. Innovate and implement new targeted proteomics analysis workflows, including automated enrichment strategies, to enable sensitive, precise, and scalable protein quantification. External Collaboration and Communication : Lead and oversee proteomics activities at CRO partners, including assay transfer, qualification, execution, and data quality oversight. Present scientific findings and strategic recommendations to project teams, senior leadership, and external collaborators in a clear, concise, and impactful manner. Skills and experience you’ll bring PhD in Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, or Chemical Biology with a minimum of 2 years of experience in targeted, mass spectrometry‑based proteomics in an industry or startup biotech setting; or BS/MS with 8+ years of relevant experience. Domain expertise in targeted proteomics, including: Demonstrated ability to translate key biological and pharmacodynamic questions into targeted proteomics strategies that inform discovery, translational, and clinical‑stage decision‑making within fast‑paced drug discovery environments. Development and deployment of highly multiplexed and sensitive PRM or MRM stable‑isotope–labeled peptide assays using DDA and DIA data. Development of immunoaffinity enrichment methods to enhance MS assay sensitivity. Knowledge of techniques for optimizing protein recovery from complex biological matrices (cells, tissues, biofluids) derived from human and preclinical species. Operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of nanoLC and Orbitrap MS instrumentation. Quantitative analysis and report generation using Skyline and related quantitative proteomics data analysis tools. Domain leadership with cross‑functional drug discovery Highly organized, solutions‑oriented scientist who can manage multiple priorities while driving innovation in targeted proteomics workflows and enabling program advancement through high‑impact experimental data. Proven success collaborating effectively across multidisciplinary project teams as the proteomics subject matter expert, presenting data‑driven recommendations to scientific leadership and cross‑functional stakeholders. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex scientific concepts to both technical and non‑technical audiences. Experience preparing reports and supporting documentation for regulatory submissions, with understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance expectations. Experience managing external CRO partnerships, including assay transfer, study oversight, and qualification activities ensuring delivery of high‑quality pharmacodynamic data that align with project timelines. Equal Employment Opportunity Kymera Therapeutics is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sex, marital status, gender expression or identity, genetic information, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other legally protected class. Compensation Kymera offers a competitive compensation package that recognizes both results and capabilities through market‑based, performance‑driven pay. The anticipated base salary range for this role is $115,000 – $215,000, with eligibility for annual bonus, equity participation, and comprehensive benefits. Actual salary is based on a holistic evaluation of the specific role/level as well as each candidate’s depth of experience and the capabilities they bring to the position. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dormont Manufacturing Co