Scientist, Preclinical Sacramento CA

The Jackson Laboratory in Sacramento CA has an excellent opportunity for a Scientist to join the Preclinical team!

• May Design plan and execute experiments applying advanced scientific principles and methodologies within the field.

• Analyze and may interpret experimental data using statistical tools and software drawing meaningful conclusions and identifying trends.

• May prepare research findings for publication in scientific journals present at conferences and communicate discoveries to peers and stakeholders.

• Lead research initiatives setting objectives timelines and strategies to achieve project goals.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams providing guidance and mentorship to junior researchers fostering a collaborative research environment.

• Contribute to grant proposals securing funding for research projects and managing budgets effectively.

Minimum Qualifications

• Masters Degree in oncology immunology animal pharmacology or a relevant field required. Ph.D. preferred.

• Four or more years of relevant experience in a contract research laboratory pharmaceutical industry 6 years preferred

• May have a proven track record of conducting high-quality scientific research evidenced by publications in reputable journals and successful project leadership.

• Proficiency in specific methodologies tools and instrumentation pertinent to the research area.

• Strong leadership project management and mentorship abilities to guide and inspire a team of researchers.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for presenting findings collaborating with peers and writing grant proposals.

• May have ability to innovate propose novel approaches and solve complex scientific problems.

• Flexibility to adapt to changing research needs and technologies.

• Strong networking skills to establish collaborations and partnerships within the scientific community.

• Ability to develop long-term research strategies aligned with organizational goals.

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About JAX:

The Jackson Laboratory is an independent nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine Connecticut California)Japan andChina. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.

Founded in 1929 JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease advancing treatments and cures for cancer neurological and immune disorders diabetes aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity integrates basic research with clinical application educates current and future scientists and provides critical data tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information please visit.

EEO Statement:

The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race color religion age mental disability physical disability medical condition gender sexual orientation genetic information ancestry marital status national origin veteran status and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.