Scientist I, Cell Biologist

About Us

Valo Health is a technology company that is integrating human-centric data and AI-powered technology to accelerate the creation of life-changing drugs for more patients faster. Valo was created with the belief that the drug discovery and development process can and should be faster and less expensive, with a much higher probability of success. We are using models early to fail less often, executing clinical trials to add valuation to the company, and generating fit-for-purpose data to feed back into Valo’s Opal Computational Platform™ as we reinvent drug discovery and development from the ground up. Disease doesn’t wait, so neither can we.

We are a multi-disciplinary team of experts in science, technology, and pharmaceuticals united in our mission to achieve better drugs for patients faster. Valo is committed to hiring diverse talent, prioritizing growth and development, fostering an inclusive environment, and creating opportunities to bring together a group of different experiences, backgrounds, and voices to work together. We achieve the widest-ranging impact when we leverage our broad backgrounds and perspectives to accelerate a new frontier in health. Valo seeks to become the catalyst for the pharmaceutical industry and drive the digital transformation of the industry. Are you ready to join us?

What You’ll Do…

Support drug discovery programs by developing disease-relevant cell culture models for use in downstream applications. The ideal candidate will bring their experience in cardiovascular, renal, and/or obesity biology to bear in support of various drug discovery programs. They will also exhibit a strong ability to work independently and within a matrixed team environment. All experiments will be documented in an electronic notebook, with data presented in routine informal or formal meetings.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop disease-relevant cell culture models for use in downstream applications in collaboration with in vitro pharmacology colleagues
• Conduct mechanism of action studies to elucidate target biology
• Identify and characterize target engagement biomarkers
• Leverage external service providers to supplement workstreams

What You Bring...

• BS (10+years experience), MS (6+ years experience), PhD degree (2 years experience) in cell biology, pharmacology, biotechnology or a related discipline
• Experience with advanced biochemical, molecular, and cellular biology techniques such as CRISPR, iPSC, lentivirus, immunofluorescence, qRT-PCR, RNAi, western blot/protein analysis, ELISA, and cell viability/cytotoxicity assays.
• Ability to work independently and as a cross-functional team-player i.e., able to achieve results as an individual and with/through colleagues.
• Skilled at multi-tasking, prioritizing, and handling multiple projects at once.
• Capable to adapt to dynamic working conditions.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, GraphPad Prism