Pharmacology Research Scientist
Pharmacology Research Scientist
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Job Description
Job Description
General Summary:
We are seeking a talented self-motivated and collaborative in-vivo pharmacologist to join the integrated pharmacology team supporting late-stage drug discovery. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in pharmacology work with a high degree of independence and be adept at conceptually designing executing and interpreting in vivo/ex vivo experiments to establish therapeutic proof-of-concept across diverse disease areas.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Designs and conducts elaborate conceptually connected multi-component in vivo/ex vivo experiments to demonstrate proof-of-concept in preclinical disease models including pharmacokinetic pharmacodynamic and efficacy relationships.
- Perform advanced and/or complex experimental assay development and troubleshooting.
- Collates and interprets complex data systematically and synthesizes results into a cohesive body of conclusions or recommendations to guide Project decisions and new research activities.
- Exercises solid judgment to prioritize studies considering feasibility and Project impact.
- Scours relevant scientic literature and routinely incorporates new insights into research activities.
- Identies prioritizes and introduces relevant emerging technologies in their eld of expertise to advance the existing technology platforms and create/maintain a competitive advantage.
- Explores the feasibility of applying new scientic principles/concepts or implements and validates novel experimental approaches and technologies to achieve project goals.
- Contributes signicantly to patent and/or publication preparation.
- Independently prepares study presentations and presents experimental conclusions at internal Group/Department or Project Team research meetings.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge and Skills:
- Designs and executes complex well controlled challenging experiments that measure the action of compounds on in vivo/ex vivo disease biology assays.
- Maintains a broad working knowledge of fundamental pharmacology principles.
- Demonstrates astute understanding of his/her own discipline and the relevant literature.
- Maintains a high level of knowledge related to current developments in the scientic Project eld.
- Displays proven productivity and experimental creativity and effective dissemination of ideas.
- Demonstrates effective self-sufcient communication skills especially in peer-directed presentations.
- Demonstrates awareness of other Project-related disciplines and an understanding of general concepts and some experimental detail within those areas.
- Must be proficient in rodent handling dosing (IV PO IP SC) blood collection (tail nick submandibular cardiac puncture) and tissue harvesting.
- Demonstrate experience developing executing and troubleshooting assays across a wide array of in vivo and molecular techniques (i.e. ELISA qPCR Western and flow cytometry).
- Ability to rapidly learn and master new techniques and technologies.
- Essential qualities include: integrity flexibility adaptability organization and multi-tasking skills excellent record keeping and the ability to function both independently and effectively as part of an interactive and cross-functional team.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors degree in pharmacology or related biological sciences
- Typically requires a PhD and 0-3 years of experience or
- Typically requires a Masters degree and 3 years of experience or
- Typically requires a Bachelors degree and 6 years of experience
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Pay Range:
$105600 - $158400Disclosure Statement:
The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors including skills competencies experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.
At Vertex our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career financial family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter) educational assistance programs including student loan repayment a generous commuting subsidy matching charitable donations 401(k) and so much more.
Flex Designation:
On-Site DesignatedFlex Eligibility Status:
In this On-Site designated role you will work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertexs Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.
Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a persons race color sex gender identity or expression age religion national origin ancestry ethnicity disability veteran status genetic information sexual orientation marital status or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities in accordance with applicable law.
Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager or contact Talent Acquisition at
Employment Type
Full-Time
