Pharmacology Research Scientist

Role Summary

The Pharmacology Research Scientist works with a high degree of independence and is adept at conceptually outlining studies to design, execute and interpret assays to study the action of compounds on in vitro or in vivo disease biology. This role involves designing alternative approaches to achieve outcomes, staying current with relevant scientific literature, and contributing to high-impact drug discovery projects.

Responsibilities

• Designs and conducts elaborate, conceptually connected, multi-component experiments
• Collates and interprets complex data systematically, and synthesizes results into conclusions or recommendations to guide project decisions and new research activities
• Exercises solid judgment to prioritize studies, considering feasibility and project impact
• Performs advanced and/or complex experimental troubleshooting
• Scours relevant scientific literature and routinely incorporates new insights into research activities
• Identifies, prioritizes and introduces relevant emerging technologies to advance technology platforms and maintain a competitive advantage
• Explores the feasibility of applying new scientific principles or implements novel experimental approaches to achieve project goals
• Contributes significantly to patent and/or publication preparation
• Independently prepares study presentations and presents experimental conclusions at internal group/department or project team meetings
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in in vitro or in vivo pharmacology or related biological sciences
• Typically requires a PhD and 0-3 years of experience, or
• Typically requires a Master's degree and 3 years of experience, or
• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 6 years of experience

Skills

• Designs and executes complex, challenging experiments that measure the action of compounds on in vitro or in vivo disease biology assays
• A broad working knowledge of fundamental pharmacology principles
• Demonstrates astute understanding of the discipline and the relevant literature
• Maintains a high level of knowledge related to current developments in the project field
• Displays proven productivity and experimental creativity, and effective dissemination of ideas
• Demonstrates effective, self-sufficient communication skills, especially in peer-directed presentations
• Demonstrates awareness of other project-related disciplines and an understanding of general concepts within those areas

Education

• Bachelor's degree in in vitro or in vivo pharmacology or related biological sciences
• Typically requires a PhD and 0-3 years of experience or,
• Typically requires a Master's degree and 3 years of experience or,
• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree and 6 years of experience