Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. 24-MAG LLC is offering a specialized part-time consulting opportunity for biology research professionals experienced in bioactivity data review and protein target validation. The role involves reviewing protein target assignments, evaluating scientific literature, and providing evidence-based feedback on bioactivity data.
Responsibilities
- Review protein target assignments in large-scale bioactivity database workflows
- Compare assigned UniProt IDs against primary scientific sources, including papers, patents, and related research materials
- Determine whether target assignments accurately reflect the proteins being studied
- Propose corrected UniProt accessions when assignments require revision
- Read and interpret primary literature involving binding assays, functional assays, biochemical profiling, target validation, or drug discovery workflows
- Evaluate target, assay, and compound-related context using scientific judgment and domain knowledge
- Review bioactivity records involving databases such as ChEMBL, BindingDB, PubChem, or adjacent data sources
- Identify inconsistencies, unclear mappings, or evidence gaps in protein target assignments
- Flag and classify target assignment errors using a structured taxonomy
- Write concise, evidence-grounded notes explaining review decisions and scientific reasoning
- Apply consistent annotation standards across database records and supporting source materials
- Maintain accuracy, clarity, and professional judgment across submitted review work
Skills
- BA/BS with 5+ years, MS with 2+ years, or PhD-level experience in a relevant biology, pharmacology, biochemistry, molecular biology, chemical biology, or drug discovery research field
- Experience in biotech, pharma, CRO, academic research, or applied life-science research environments
- Hands-on experience with binding assays or functional assays such as SPR, TR-FRET, radioligand binding, kinase assays, GPCR functional assays, IC50, Ki, or KD analysis
- Current or recent bench-active experience in a research scientist, associate scientist, or related scientific role
- Working fluency with UniProt or adjacent workflows such as SAR support, HTS, target validation, biochemical profiling, or IND-enabling studies
- Strong ability to read scientific literature and make careful, evidence-based judgments
- Ability to work independently in a remote, project-based environment
- A BA/BS, MS, or PhD in biology, pharmacology, biochemistry, molecular biology, chemical biology, or a closely related life-science field is relevant
- Practical experience in biotech, pharma, CRO, drug discovery, assay development, target validation, or biochemical profiling is highly valuable
- Equivalent applied research experience involving protein targets, bioactivity data, assay interpretation, or scientific annotation may also be considered
- Direct experience with ChEMBL, BindingDB, PubChem, UniProt, or related scientific databases
- Experience with selectivity profiling, counterscreening, biochemical assays, or functional assays
- Familiarity with agonist/antagonist and activator/inhibitor distinctions
- Experience supporting SAR workflows, HTS campaigns, target validation, biochemical profiling, or IND-enabling studies
- Ability to commit approximately 10–20 hours per week depending on project availability and scope
Benefits
- Fully remote with flexible scheduling
- Weekly payments via Stripe or Wise
Company Overview
At 24-MAG, we support emerging AI and consulting platforms by sourcing and connecting qualified professionals with remote, contract-based opportunities. It was founded in undefined, and is headquartered in Sheridan, Wyoming, US, with a workforce of 2-10 employees. Its website is https://24-mag.com/.