Jose L Leighton Jr

Jose L Leighton Jr has a comprehensive work history in the field of biochemistry and pharmaceuticals. Jose L'smost recent position is as a Senior Scientist at Hexagon Bio since April 2023. Prior to that they worked at IDEAYA Biosciences as a Senior Research Scientist from July 2021 to April 2023. Before that, they spent seven years at Nurix Therapeutics where they held various roles including Scientist I - Manager and Senior Research Associate - Manager. During their time at Nurix Therapeutics, they were responsible for a wide range of tasks including in-vitro ADME group lead, assay optimization, automation equipment implementation, NMR spectroscopy support, and analytical development support.

Before joining Nurix Therapeutics, Jose worked as an Analytical Chemist at Planet Pharma for a brief period in 2017. Prior to that, they were a Sr. Research Associate at Ironwood Pharmaceuticals from August 2016 to May 2017. Jose L also worked as a Senior Research Associate at Infinity Pharmaceuticals from August 2014 to July 2016, where they developed quantitative analytical methods and characterized small molecule drug candidates. Jose L initially started their career as a Research Associate at StratAcuity from May 2012 to March 2013.

Jose also has experience working as a contractor at LeMaitre Vascular Inc. through Joule Inc. from September 2011 to April 2012, where they performed quality control and developed analytical methods for vascular products. Jose L began their career as a Contract Analytical Chemist at Advanced Testing Laboratory from January 2010 to August 2011, where they participated in bioanalytical mass spectrometry-based assay development and performed derivatizations of biomarkers.

Before entering the pharmaceutical industry, Jose worked as a Laboratory Technician at Dow Agrosciences through Kelly Scientific Resources from July 2009 to January 2010, where they performed routine testing and operated various spectrometers.

Overall, Jose has had a diverse career with a focus on research, analytical testing, assay development, and project management in the pharmaceutical industry.

Jose L Leighton Jr completed their Master of Science - MS degree in Biotechnology from Northeastern University from 2018 to 2020. Prior to that, they obtained their Bachelor of Science - BS degree in Biochemistry from Indiana University Bloomington, spanning from 2003 to 2009.