Azee Inc. ("Ah-zay") is a start-up pharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development, and commercialization of small-molecule therapeutics to treat human disease. Azee is the Native Amererican word for medicine, and reflects the origin of our technology in natural medicines. Our company’s vision stems from a culture committed to inspiring innovation and discovery, and sustaining teamwork and productivity.

We’re currently seeking key members of our management team to direct our Molecular Biology and Preclinical Development departments. We are also looking for exceptional exceptional scientists and research associates to build our research program. As a start-up, we offer the kind of growth opportunities found only in small companies, as well as exciting research challenges, stock options, competitive salaries and health benefits. Based in Alameda, CA, we're centrally located in the San Francisco Bay Area.


Director of Molecular Biology
Job Code AZDMOL0405

The primary mission of the Director position is to work closely in an integrated, multi-disciplinary management team to help build our research program and develop strategic objectives for growth of the company. As head of Molecular Biology, the Director will lead R&D efforts in target selection and mechanism studies for application of our small molecule technology for treatment of infectious disease. The position encompasses technical involvement from early-stage discovery to late-stage development, as well as the assembly and mentorship of the Molecular Biology team.

Requirements

PhD or related degree in a relevant life science discipline

10+ years direct management experience in an R&D organization with previous experience in anti-infective drug discovery/development highly desired.

Proven results, with supporting publications, in the development of new technologies in a multi-disciplinary R&D environment in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry

Business management experience at a strategic level resulting in a well developed ability to combine scientific and business understanding in decision-making

A successful leadership track-record for empowering team members and related contributors to achieve collective goals.

Excellent organization skills, clear and effective communication skills, and respectful, trust-building interpersonal skills

A deep dedication and sense of purpose that fuels a personal commitment to making medicines to help people.


Director of Preclinical Development
Job Code AZDPRE0405

The primary mission of the Director position is to work closely in an integrated, multi-disciplinary management team to help build our drug discovery program and develop strategic objectives for growth of the company. As head of Preclinical Development, the Director will lead pharmacology efforts to further characterize our small molecule technology for treatment of infectious disease, and to develop lead molecules for specific indications. The position encompasses technical involvement from early-stage discovery to late-stage development, as well as the assembly and mentorship of the drug development team.

Requirements

PhD or related degree in a relevant life science discipline

10+ years direct management experience in an R&D organization with experience in drug discovery/development and animal model design. Anti-infective experience preferred.

Proven results, with supporting publications, in the development of new technologies in a multi-disciplinary R&D environment in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry

Business management experience at a strategic level resulting in a well developed ability to combine scientific and business understanding in decision-making

A successful leadership track-record for empowering team members and related contributors to achieve collective goals

Excellent organization skills, clear and effective communication skills, and respectful, trust-building interpersonal skills

A deep dedication and sense of purpose that fuels a personal commitment to making medicines to help people.



Positions are now open for scientists in the following disciplines:

Medicinal Chemistry;

Three (3) or more years of medicinal chemistry experience is required. Working knowledge of heterocyclic chemistry and synthesis of DNA-binding compounds is preferred.
Job code: AZMED0405

Microbiology;
Two (2) or more years of pharmaceutical or relevant academic experience with development of anti-infective drugs for treatment of bacterial infections is required.
Job code: AZMIC0405

Molecular Biology;
Three (3) or more years of research experience on regulation of gene expression using DNA-binding compounds, evidenced by relevant publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals, is required.
Job code: AZMOL0405

Pharmacology;
Three (3) or more years of pharmaceutical experience on development of anti-infective drugs is required. Knowledge of pharmacokinetics and toxicology is preferred.
Job code: AZPHA0405

Virology;
Three (3) or more years of pharmaceutical or relevant academic experience on development of anti-viral drugs is required. Experience with DNA viruses is preferred.
Job code: AZVIR0405



To Apply

If you feel your expertise and interests would be a good fit for our growing organization, please send your electronic CV to careers@azeeinc.com. Please include a brief description of why you are motivated to work in a start-up company. Thank you for considering Azee Inc. as the next stage of your career path.

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