Bioanalytical Operations Associate (Contract)

The Position:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Bioanalytical Operations Associate for a contract position to cover parental leave.  In this temporary role, you will oversee the bioanalysis operations for both GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) and non-GLP bioanalysis studies, supporting the development of small molecule drugs.  Reporting to the Non-clinical Development team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to key drug development projects during this crucial period. 

Your Impact: 

• Coordinate regulated bioanalysis activities across development programs, ensuring compliance with timelines and regulatory standards.
• Oversee the development, validation, and execution of bioanalytical assays for ongoing preclinical and clinical programs.
• Provide timeline updates to the Head of Bioanalysis, Non-clinical Development, and collaborate with key stakeholders in Research, Regulatory Affairs, Manufacturing, Quality, and Clinical Research to address bioanalysis-related project issues. 

Skills and Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in analytical chemistry, chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field.
• 2+ years of relevant experience, ideally within academia, a pharmaceutical company, or a contract research organization (CRO), with a focus on bioanalysis oversight.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary project teams, driving successful outcomes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with excellent attention to detail.
• Clear and effective communication skills to present complex scientific information to various stakeholders. 

About Maze Therapeutics

Maze Therapeutics is a biopharmaceutical company that is harnessing the power of human genetics to transform the lives of patients, with a focus on genetically informed therapies for common diseases, such as chronic kidney disease, . and seeks to focus expertise and resources towards underserved communities. Maze applies variant functionalization in tandem with advanced data science methods and a robust suite of research and development capabilities to advance a pipeline of novel precision medicines. Maze has developed the Maze Compass Platform™, a proprietary, purpose-built platform to understand and integrate the critical step of variant functionalization into each stage of drug development. Utilizing the Maze Compass Platform™, Maze is building a broad portfolio of wholly owned and partnered programs. Its two lead programs are focused in Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD), a condition that impacts an estimated 37m individuals. The first program in CKD addresses a genetic subset of the common disease that has a disproportionate impact on the Black Community. Maze is based in South San Francisco.

Our People

Maze is comprised of a team of passionate and creative professionals committed to discovering and delivering transformative medicines to patients suffering from both rare and common genetic diseases. We are fostering a culture that encourages vision, initiative and the development of talent. Our supportive work environment inspires creative thinking and freedom of expression, resulting in a stimulating atmosphere where people enjoy coming to work. While we have a passion for advanced science and pride ourselves on excellence in execution, ultimately, everything we do is about patients. 

Our Core Values

Further Together – Our path is paved with challenges, but with resilience and a team-first mentality, we’ll achieve our mission.  

Impact Obsessed – We embrace the bold, take calculated risks, and learn from our mistakes to improve the lives of others. 

Stand True – Our integrity is foundational; it guides us no matter the obstacle.