HireMinds has partnered with a pioneer in advanced systems for drug discovery. They are revolutionizing preclinical drug discovery with their cutting edge technology and microphysiological systems.
We are looking for a Principal Scientist who will be a hands-on technical team lead for our oncology program. You will collaborate with a team of bioengineers, material scientists, and biologists to deliver on milestones set up for our programs, ensuring to meet timelines and present desirable results. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and have demonstrated exceptional communication, organizational, and leadership skills to work in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
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Design, plan, and manage cell-based assays and experiments according to program objectives
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Define and adapt program goals based on experiment results
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Evaluate, analyze and report experiment results
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Manage team of scientists to deliver on program objectives
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Stay abreast of the latest scientific understanding in project specific biology from target validation to clinical data
Requirements:
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Advanced degree (MS or PhD)
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Significant industry experience in oncology drug discovery
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Expertise in primary and stem cell culture
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Experience with design, execution, and analysis of diverse cell biology and tissue engineering experiments
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Experience with advanced microphysiological models or 3D culture systems
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Extensive experience documenting, analyzing, interpreting experimental data
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Experience in drug discovery, hit-to-lead process
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Proficiency in a broad range of molecular and cellular techniques including: target engagement assays, western blotting, qPCR, transfection, immunofluorescence, flow cytometry, cell-based functional assays
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IHC, RT-PCR, histology, ELISA, Western blotting
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Hands-on experience with fluorescence and confocal microscopy
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Mechanical analysis and characterization
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Strong written and verbal communication skills