Pharmacology Research Scientist

Vertex Pharmaceuticals • Seattle, WA

25d • Onsite

About The Position

General 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. Completes work in a resourceful, self-sufficient manner and is able to design alternative approaches to achieve desired outcomes. Keeps current on the scientific literature relevant to his/her scientific methodology or field(s) of technical expertise. This level captures both the Research organization’s entry level for staff with a research doctoral degree (PhD) and the advanced experimental expert leading one or more critical laboratory functions with high impact on drug discovery projects.

Requirements

• 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 his/her own discipline and the relevant literature
• Maintains a high level of knowledge related to current developments in the scientific 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 and some experimental detail within those areas
• 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 Masters degree and 3 years of experience or,
• Typically requires a Bachelors degree and 6 years of experience

Responsibilities

• Designs and conducts elaborate, conceptually connected, multi-component experiments
• 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
• 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 in his/her field of expertise to advance the existing technology platforms and create/maintain a competitive advantage
• Explores the feasibility of applying new scientific principles/concepts or implements and validates novel experimental approaches and technologies 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 research meetings
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees