Research Associate (Protein Biology)

Ten63 Therapeutics
Ten63 Therapeutics

Durham, NC, USA · Chapel Hill, NC, USA · Raleigh, NC, USA

Posted on Aug 13, 2026

Ten63 Therapeutics is focused on improving human health by developing better, more durable therapeutics against cancer and some of the world's most lethal diseases. We are leveraging our proprietary in silico platform BEYOND to generate novel therapeutics to hit previously undruggable targets. We're pioneering an engineered approach to drug discovery by scaling quantum simulations and fusing them with generative chemistry to tackle previously undruggable, high-impact targets. Our team of pioneering scientists, engineers, drug hunters, and quantum chemists values passion, teamwork, out of the box thinking and determination to solve even what seems impossible. We embrace diversity and are committed towards inclusion.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated Research Associate to join Ten63’s Biology team. You will be part of a multi-functional lab-based Biology team working side-by-side to tackle challenging drug discovery projects. You will purify previously undruggable proteins and assess the activity of novel small molecules via a variety of techniques. You will support and collaborate in a hands-on way the Senior Scientists in the lab to advance Ten63’s goal of discovering and developing novel small molecule therapeutics to change the treatment of cancer.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Protein Sciences team by expressing and purifying disease-relevant proteins
  • Employ established assays to test and report the activity of novel small molecules
  • Document and communicate results clearly to project teams
  • Collaborate effectively with other members of the Biology team to meet dynamic project goals

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, chemical engineering, or related area, with 2+ years of lab experience.
  • Experience in lab skills including buffer and media preparation, bacterial culture, plasmid purifications, PCR, gel electrophoresis, chromatography, and protein expression and purification are essential.
  • Direct experience with AKTA systems required.
  • Familiarity with biophysical and biochemical assays including fluorescence polarization and TR-FRET would be ideal.
  • A strong positive attitude, great communication skills, excellent attention to detail and record keeping, and an ability to follow established lab protocols are important.
  • Passion for tackling difficult therapeutic targets and working in an interdisciplinary discovery environment

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to work on previously undruggable targets and fundamentally change the paradigm of drug discovery
  • Collaborative environment with world-class scientists, engineers, drug hunters, and quantum chemists
  • Competitive compensation package including equity and an annual bonus
  • Comprehensive health, life, short- and long-term disability insurance policies
  • 401K matching
  • Free gym membership
  • Beautiful, modern lab space in an award-winning building located in the heart of Research Triangle Park
  • Professional development opportunities

Ten63 Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed towards inclusion. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.