Scientist I/II, Investigative Toxicology - Tailored Management
South San Francisco, CA 94080
About the Job
Job Title: Scientist I/II, Investigative Toxicology
Job Location: 1 DNA Way, South San Francisco, CA
Job Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 12 Months (with possible extension depending on business need and performance)
Targeted Start Date: 04/08/2024.
Payrate: $51.72/Hr on W2
Job Description Summary:
This position resides within the Investigative Toxicology Group of *'s Safety Assessment department in Research and Early Development. The focus of this group is to understand the mechanisms behind observed toxicities, both in non-clinical settings and clinical trials, through hypothesis-driven research. Collaboration with scientists across the organization is integral to supporting safety assessment from drug discovery to marketing. The role involves conducting wet lab-based investigations utilizing cutting-edge in vitro and ex vivo approaches, aimed at addressing safety concerns, lead optimization, and issue mitigation.
Job Description:
We are seeking a Scientist I/II for the Investigative Toxicology group at our South San Francisco campus. This role involves utilizing ex vivo and in vitro tools to assess safety liabilities and toxic mechanisms observed pre-clinically, covering the entire drug development portfolio. Key responsibilities include performing, qualifying, and implementing biological assays and technologies to support the group's objectives. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication and collaboration skills, a passion for laboratory research, and a willingness to engage in diverse projects.
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Job Location: 1 DNA Way, South San Francisco, CA
Job Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 12 Months (with possible extension depending on business need and performance)
Targeted Start Date: 04/08/2024.
Payrate: $51.72/Hr on W2
Job Description Summary:
This position resides within the Investigative Toxicology Group of *'s Safety Assessment department in Research and Early Development. The focus of this group is to understand the mechanisms behind observed toxicities, both in non-clinical settings and clinical trials, through hypothesis-driven research. Collaboration with scientists across the organization is integral to supporting safety assessment from drug discovery to marketing. The role involves conducting wet lab-based investigations utilizing cutting-edge in vitro and ex vivo approaches, aimed at addressing safety concerns, lead optimization, and issue mitigation.
Job Description:
We are seeking a Scientist I/II for the Investigative Toxicology group at our South San Francisco campus. This role involves utilizing ex vivo and in vitro tools to assess safety liabilities and toxic mechanisms observed pre-clinically, covering the entire drug development portfolio. Key responsibilities include performing, qualifying, and implementing biological assays and technologies to support the group's objectives. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication and collaboration skills, a passion for laboratory research, and a willingness to engage in diverse projects.
Skills:
- Provide scientific and technical support to assays and platforms used by the Investigative Toxicology group.
- Perform experiments including cell culture, viability assessment, Luminex/ELISAs, gene expression analysis, high content screening, confocal microscopy, and flow cytometry.
- Maintain documentation, write protocols, and contribute to final reports.
- Adhere to departmental SOPs for ensuring study integrity and quality.
- Conduct experiments independently with minimal supervision.
- Bachelor's (BS/BA) degree in relevant discipline required; Master's (MS) degree desirable.
- 1-3+ years of laboratory experience in hypothesis-driven research.
- Ability to analyze, integrate, and present data effectively.
- Experience with cell culture, viability assessment, Luminex/ELISAs, gene expression analysis, high content screening, confocal microscopy, and flow cytometry preferred.
- Familiarity with complex in-vitro model systems desirable.
Education:
- Bachelors (BS/BA) in pharmacology, pharmaceutical science, biology, bioengineering, chemistry, physiology, or related discipline is required; Masters (MS) degree is desirable, but not required.
Role Involves:
- Sitting or standing for extended periods.
- Performing repetitive tasks such as cell culture and pipetting.
- Collaboration within the Investigative Toxicology team and with stakeholders.
- Handling potentially hazardous materials including chemotherapeutics, biological hazards, and human primary cells.
Source : Tailored Management