Scientist I - In Vitro Pharmacology

UCB • Cambridge, MA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking to hire an exceptional Scientist - In Vitro Pharmacology to join the US In Vitro Pharmacology group based in Cambridge, MA and to contribute to drug discovery efforts with an emphasis on muscle biology. This is a lab-based function with the responsibility of designing, characterizing and deploying in vitro models and other cellular/biochemical assays to be utilized in early drug discovery for multiple therapeutic programs and target discovery efforts.This is a lab-based function with the responsibility of designing, characterizing and deploying in vitro models and other cellular/biochemical assays to be utilized in early drug discovery for multiple therapeutic programs and target discovery efforts.

Requirements

• Either an MS with >4 years of industry experience OR a PhD with 0-2 years relevant experience
• Skeletal muscle biology expertise
• Experience and working knowledge of in vitro pharmacology, cell biology, molecular biology, and lab automation
• Excellent communication skills with the proven ability to build collaborative relationships and work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team
• Works under general direction and may consult management to obtain information to build consensus and project direction.
• Has thorough knowledge and understanding of concepts and subject matter expertise

Nice To Haves

• Experience with culturing a broad variety of mammalian cells; proficiency with maintenance and differentiation of iPSCs and primary cell lines
• Experience training junior researchers
• Experience with in vivo disease models and ex vivo pharmacology

Responsibilities

• Assay Development: Design, characterize and validate bespoke assays to support muscle therapeutic programs.
• Assay Execution: Conduct cell-based functional assays to characterize compounds or validate new targets.
• Muscle Biology: Perform in vitro assays to enhance understanding of neuromuscular disease biology.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate translational biology insights into therapeutic programs or new target proposals.
• Data Management: Document, analyze, and present data to internal teams.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees