Senior Scientist, RNA Molecular Biology

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Job Description

Research Senior Scientist, RNA Molecular Biology

The candidate will have excellent RNA molecular biology skills with experience in post-transcriptional gene regulation.

As the Research Senior Scientist __RNA Molecular Biology, you will have excellent RNA molecular biology skills with experience in post-transcriptional gene regulation. You will work collaboratively with researchers across multiple functional groups within the DDS department, Takeda's Drug Discovery Units, and with contract research organizations (CROs). You will also have the opportunity to present work at national and international conferences.

We are seeking an innovative individual that identifies and solves critical technical challenges, and thrives in a multidisciplinary and highly innovative environment. This role offers a significant opportunity to conduct cutting-edge discovery research within a growing and science-driven organization.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Develops and oversees cell-based screens including massively parallel reporter assays
• Contribute to experimental design, execution, and data analysis
• May manage junior staff
• Communicates and collaborates effectively with project team members
• Proactively seeks solutions when encountering experimental obstacles
• Contributes to functional scientific discussion

DIMENSIONS AND ASPECTS

• Demonstrated independent scientific and technical thought and creativity
• Displayed method development skills and extensive hands-on experience working with RNA, cell based reporter assays, and post-transcriptional gene regulation.
• Demonstrated leadership on a previous research team or project.
• Demonstrated effective project engagement skills

Leadership

• Identifies, plans and executes novel scientific projects and may manage the work of others, either directly or as part of a multi-functional team

Decision-making and Autonomy

• Independently manages workload and expectations
• Scientifically independent
• May influence decision making within the department

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• PhD degree in Molecular Biology or related field with 3+ years experience, or
• MS with 9+ years experience, or
• BS with 11+ years experience

In accordance with the CO Equal Pay Act, Colorado Applicants Are Not Permitted to Apply.

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Locations

San Diego, CA

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time