Scientist/Sr. Scientist, Biology (Neuro)
- Employer
- Arrowhead Pharmaceuticals
- Location
- San Diego County, California, US
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- May 28, 2021
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- Sector
- Academic / Research
- Field
- Conservation science
- Discipline
- Biology
- Salary Type
- Salary
- Employment Type
- Full time
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The Position
This is a hands-on, laboratory-based position for a Scientist/Senior Scientist as a key member of drug discovery and development teams.
Responsibilities
Requirements:
Preferred:
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This is a hands-on, laboratory-based position for a Scientist/Senior Scientist as a key member of drug discovery and development teams.
Responsibilities
- Identify and establish cell-based disease models and assays through hands-on experiments
- Design and execute in vitro and in vivo pharmacology studies to facilitate drug discovery
- Maintain a high level of productivity in the lab and perform critical experiments
- Demonstrate independence in troubleshooting and solving technical problems
- Present research findings to project teams and governance bodies and prepare study reports
- May mentor/supervise a team of associates and guide the performance of those individuals; is accountable for the effective performance of the team/individuals
- May coordinate the activities of a multi-functional drug development team; is responsible for the milestone achievement of the drug development program
Requirements:
- Ph.D. degree with 3+ years working experience or B.S./M.S. degree with 7+ years working experience in molecular biology, cell biology, biology, biochemistry or related field with emphasis on neuroscience
- Extensive experience in mammalian neuronal cell culture (e.g. immortalized cells, primary cells, induced pluripotent stem cells)
- Demonstrated expertise in cell-based in vitro assays (e.g. qPCR, immunocytochemistry, ELISA, Western blots)
- Track-record of high-quality scientific achievement, creativity and problem-solving skills
- Excellent in communication, organizational skills, record keeping and collaboration
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-pace, self-starting matrix organization
Preferred:
- Prior hands-on experience in in vivo pharmacology studies (e.g. mice handling, tissue processing, sample analysis)
- Neuroscience research experience
- Previous pharmaceutical/biotech experience
- Research experience in neurodegenerative diseases
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