Scientist, Assay Development (Onsite)

About the role

We are seeking a research scientist to join the Genetic Toxicology group within Non-clinical Drug Safety. This individual will be part of a high performing group responsible for the design and conduct of in vitro genotoxicity studies (e.g., in vitro micronucleus), under both screening and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) conditions, in support of drug discovery and preclinical drug candidate selection and development.

Responsibilities

• Work with mammalian cell cultures or isolated samples from in vivo studies to perform genetic toxicology assays.
• Collaborate with other scientists within the genetic toxicology group and other functional areas within Non-clinical Drug Safety.
• Handle cell cultures using aseptic techniques.
• Design and conduct in vitro cell culture techniques, including in vitro micronucleus assays.
• Work in a team, be flexible with rapidly changing work assignments/schedules, and demonstrate problem-solving skills.
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (Biology, Cellular & Molecular biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related sciences) plus 3 years of experience OR; a MS degree with some relevant experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated laboratory skills in cellular/molecular biology including in vitro cell culture techniques.
• Preferred experience with Genetic Toxicology assay design and conduct, such as in vitro micronucleus assay assays.
• Ability to successfully collaborate among a range of diverse scientific backgrounds, with the ability to adapt, work in a matrix environment, and often meet tight timelines.

Qualifications

• Education Requirements: Bachelor of Science (Biology, Cellular & Molecular biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related sciences) plus 3 years of experience OR; a MS degree with some relevant experience.
• Must-haves: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, Demonstrated laboratory skills in cellular/molecular biology including in vitro cell culture techniques.
• Preferred skills: Experience with Genetic Toxicology assay design and conduct, such as in vitro micronucleus assay assays.

Skills

• Assay
• Bioanalytical Techniques
• Bioassay Development
• Biochemistry
• Biomarker Identification
• Cell-Based Assays
• Cell Cultures
• Drug Discovery Process
• Experimentation
• In Vitro Assays
• Laboratory Techniques
• Mammalian Cell Culture
• Molecular Biology
• Molecular Microbiology
• Sample Processing