# Principal Research Scientist, Analytical Chemistry at Ideaya Biosciences

- Company: Ideaya Biosciences
- What the company does: Discover IDEAYA Biosciences' precision oncology approach targeting cancer vulnerabilities to develop transformative therapies for hard-to-treat cancers. Backed by GV.
- Company website: https://www.ideayabio.com
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: South San Francisco HQ
- Work setup: On-site
- Pay: $167K to $206K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-09-09
- Apply by: 2026-10-24
- Apply: https://ideayabio.wd501.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/South-San-Francisco-HQ/Principal-Research-Scientist--Analytical-Chemistry_2026BF-001
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/ideaya-biosciences-principal-research-scientist-analytical-chemistry/

## About the role

We are seeking a talented and highly motivated individual with significant pharmaceutical industry experience to join our multidisciplinary team and help oversee all aspects of discovery analytical work. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with medicinal chemistry and related cross-functional teams to successfully deliver drug discovery pipeline goals. The responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, those listed below.

## What they're looking for

- Ph.D. in analytical chemistry or related discipline with minimum of (5) years of drug discovery experience with demonstrated ability operating successfully within cross-functional groups
- Strong subject matter expertise in small molecule purification (both HPLC and SFC essential), physicochemical analysis, analytical method development/validation, and CRO management is essential
- Additional experience with small molecule structural elucidation techniques is preferred
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to quickly adapt and shift focus as needed
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work within project teams
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced dynamic environment while demonstrating a calm and positive attitude and a superior work ethic