Scientist I

WuXi AppTec•San Diego, CA

2d•$69,036 - $89,570

About The Position

HD Biosciences, Inc. (San Diego), a WuXi AppTec Company, is expanding its in vivo Pharmacology team and seeks a highly motivated Scientist I to support the team on various projects. The role conducts and oversees complex in vivo pharmacology studies, including studies using tumor models in immunocompetent and immunocompromised mice. It involves project execution, study oversight, data interpretation and presentation, report preparation, troubleshooting, and communication with internal colleagues and external clients. The Scientist I may also provide study-specific supervision and mentorship. The position requires work in an office and laboratory setting, including exposure to animals, biohazards, and chemicals. Candidates must be able to wear appropriate PPE and meet the listed physical requirements. The anticipated base pay range is $69,036 to $89,570.

Requirements

PhD or advanced degree.
0–2 years of experience.
Deep knowledge of tumor biology and metabolic disease.
Strong R&D background.
Experience with in vitro and in vivo pharmacology studies, including sterile cell culture techniques.
Rodent handling experience, including animal dosing (IV, PO, IP, SC), tumor implantation, and blood and tissue collection, in an academic or industry laboratory environment.
Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills.
Detail-oriented, with strategic planning skills and the ability to multitask and manage tactical details efficiently.
Proficient oral and written communication skills.
Ability to read, write, and understand English at a proficient level.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Must not have allergies to applicable animal species at the facility.
Must be able to wear appropriate PPE.
Must be able to work in an office environment with minimal noise and in a laboratory setting with exposure to animals, biohazards, and chemicals.
Ability to stand, sit, and walk for long periods; routinely lift 10 lbs; push or pull 10 lbs routinely, often, or occasionally; crouch, bend, twist, and reach; climb ladders, stairs, or scaffolding; perform repetitive motions; and work in variable temperatures from high to freezing and inside/outside conditions.
Clarity of vision and ability to identify and distinguish colors.

Nice To Haves

Interactive and collaborative approach.
Expert influence and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

Perform and oversee complex in vivo pharmacology experiments using syngeneic, xenograft tumor, and humanized mouse models in immunocompetent and immunocompromised mice.
Execute projects, update and present data, and prepare study reports.
Perform animal dosing by IV, PO, IP, and SC routes; tumor implantation; PDX modeling; IVIS; PKPD; small animal surgery; and blood and tissue collection.
Serve as study director, overseeing study conduct and data integrity.
Coordinate with in vivo, ex vivo, and bioanalytical teams to support smooth project execution.
Lead troubleshooting and issue-solving efforts to ensure successful delivery of client projects.
Communicate effectively with internal colleagues and external clients.
Interpret experimental data, draw general conclusions, and communicate findings internally and externally.
Generate new ideas, evaluate new technologies systematically, and implement those that add value.
Provide study-specific supervision and mentorship, including experimental guidance and coaching, as appropriate.