Associate Principal Scientist, Discovery Oncology
MSD
About this role
An Associate Principal Scientist in Discovery Oncology will lead early-stage research programs in cancer drug discovery, partnering across functions to develop differentiated therapies. The role emphasizes innovative research in tumor biology, assay development, and collaborative scientific strategy.
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San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
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Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
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Chief Technology Officer
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VP of Engineering
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VP of Product
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Chief Financial Officer
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$160k – $251k
per year
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