Research Scientist - Invitro

About the role

As a Research Scientist, you will be a key contributor in QPS’ Distribution, Metabolism, Pharmacokinetics (DMPK) department. You will fill the role of Technical Leader, and be responsible for completing portions of/entire projects, providing quality and timely results, and collaborating and communicating with Clients, QPS management, and external resources.

Responsibilities

• Independently understand, recognize and initiate/prepare study protocols and reports.
• Independently perform in vitro metabolism studies using S9, microsomes, cytosol and cDNA expressed enzymes.
• Perform cell culture and maintain cell lines, prepare cells and conduct the metabolic as well as drug transport studies.
• Conduct enzyme induction studies using fresh/cryopreserved human hepatocytes.
• Isolate and purify mRNA, quantify mRNA by qRT-PCR and determine the enzyme induction status.
• Simultaneously handle lab work as well as routine projects.
• Prepare data summaries and data interpretation.
• Evaluate significance of data and report findings.
• Supervise, train and/or mentor junior scientists.
• Prepare materials for presentations and publications.

Requirements

• Hold an advanced degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or related scientific discipline.
• Ph.D. degree preferred, Master’s degree with ≥ 6 years relevant experience acceptable.
• Understanding of experimental design and planning associated with assigned area, as well as data collection and analysis software.
• Proven ability to successfully work in a team environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions.

Qualifications

• Experience in handling lab work and conducting metabolic and drug transport studies.
• Knowledge of enzyme induction studies and mRNA isolation/purification techniques.
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation.
• Experience in supervising and mentoring junior scientists.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Structured career ladders for growth.
• Bonuses and merit increases linked to individual, team, and company performance.
• Company-matched 401(k).
• Group Life/AD&D and Short and Long-term Disability Insurance.
• Park-like setting in Newark, Delaware.
• Internal committees designed to enhance employee satisfaction.

Pay

Competitive compensation package.

Schedule

Full-time, office-based position.

Contact

To apply, please visit our website at www.qps.com for more information and to see all current openings.