JOB TITLE: BioAssay Development, Scientist III
JOB CODE: IDD-S3-072011
GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
To design, validate, implement and conduct pre-clinical screening assays for support of investigational new drug (IND) candidates. To analyze the data, prepare final reports and present data to project team. To assume a project leadership role for university based collaborations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include biochemical assay development, validation and implementation to support the screening activities essential for drug discovery. Broad-based experience across multiple assay platforms including colorimetric, fluorescent and radioactive enzyme assays, ligand binding assays, (DELFIA, FRET, Fluorescent polarization) is required. Experience in target evaluation and selection is a plus. The ideal candidate will establish in-house expertise; interface with internal research groups and will provide the necessary leadership on appropriate leadership teams.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
Requires a PhD in biochemistry, molecular biology or a related discipline with 12+ years experience in a pharmaceutical research and/or development environment. Some team or project leader experience required.
Local candidates are preferred as relocation assistance is not available for this position.
For immediate consideration, please send a cover letter, CV, research summary, salary history and the names of three references by email (please reference Job Code# IDD-S2-072011 in the e-mail subject line).
No telephone inquires or third party firms please.
IPD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.