Sūneco Technologies · 21 hours ago
Senior Scientist
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $120K/yr
2+ years expStratum Biosciences is an early-stage biotech startup focusing on dermatology, and they are seeking a Senior Scientist to lead skin biology-focused research and lab operations. The role involves managing the R&D team, developing experimental strategies, and translating company goals into rigorous scientific experiments.
Biotechnology Research
Responsibilities
Collaborate directly with the C-suite to translate strategic goals into detailed experimental roadmaps, project plans, and milestones
Assume primary responsibility for the design, planning, and prioritization of all in vitro and ex vivo assays and experiments
Maintain a deep understanding of the relevant scientific literature to identify and champion new technologies, methodologies, and research avenues
Develop and articulate clear, hypothesis-driven research plans to the scientific team and executive leadership
Research, write, and validate experimental protocols
Provide direct supervision, mentorship, and scientific guidance to the R&D team (including Scientists, Research Associates, and interns)
Lead the R&D team's daily operations, assigning tasks and managing workflows to ensure experimental priorities are met
Foster a culture of scientific rigor, collaboration, innovation, and urgency
Establish individual and team performance goals, conduct regular performance reviews, and support the professional development of all direct reports
Lead the R&D team in the rigorous analysis, interpretation, and documentation of experimental data
Establish and execute ELN/LIMS system
Ensure all research activities, protocols, and results are documented
Prepare and present clear, concise summaries of research progress, key findings, and scientific recommendations to the CSO and executive team
Establish workflow to forecast and plan for future resource needs, including instrumentation, reagents, and cell line banking, based on the experimental roadmap
Lead the preparation, drafting, and submission of scientific manuscripts, abstracts, and technical reports for peer-reviewed journals, conferences, and strategic disclosures
Translate internal research findings into clear, publication-quality figures, methods, and results sections
Collaborate with the executive team to align publication strategy with company IP, patent filings, and partnership objectives
Coordinate authorship, internal review, and external collaborations related to publications
Ensure appropriate documentation to support both publications and downstream partner diligence
Qualification
Required
M.S. or Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, dermatology or related field, drug discovery, or equivalent
A minimum of 2 years of post-doctoral or industry experience in a biotech, pharmaceutical, or CRO setting
Proven track record of directly managing and mentoring research scientists and associates
Demonstrated expertise in designing and developing a wide range of assays relevant to dermatology, the basic science of skin, and/or topical drug delivery
Experience in leading discovery programs from target validation through lead optimization
Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in parallel
Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to present complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences
Preferred
Direct experience working in a fast-paced, early-stage biotech startup environment
Subject matter expertise in early-stage development of skincare or dermatology technology
Experience with managing external research collaborations or Contract Research Organizations (CROs)
Experience with in vitro permeation testing and related assays
Benefits
Equity options in a fast-growing start-up
Company
Sūneco Technologies
Sūneco Technologies is a biotechnology company dedicated to preventing and reversing effects of sun exposure.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase