Scientist II, Preclinical Research
About The Position
The Scientist II, Preclinical Research will contribute to the strategic generation and communication of preclinical evidence supporting the Electrophysiology and Cardiac Imaging portfolio. Working as an individual contributor within a cross‑functional preclinical research team and under limited supervision, this role supports R&D, Global Strategic Marketing, Health Economics & Market Access, Clinical Affairs, Regulatory, and Medical Business Partners by executing experiments, analyzing data, and preparing publications and presentations that advance product development and evidence dissemination. This is a lab‑focused, hands‑on scientist role that combines experimental execution with scientific writing and evidence generation. The Scientist II will spend most of their time running preclinical studies and preparing the resulting data for internal review and external dissemination (manuscripts, posters, slides).
Requirements
- Master's degree in Biomedical Sciences, Biology, Physiology, Pharmacology, or related field required; PhD or equivalent preferred.
- Approximately 1–5 years of relevant laboratory experience (industry experience preferred).
- Demonstrated hands‑on experience with in vitro assays; experience with electrophysiology techniques and/or cardiac imaging is strongly preferred.
- Experience in designing, executing, and documenting preclinical experiments and generating reproducible datasets.
- Proven technical writing experience: drafting or contributing substantially to scientific manuscripts, abstracts, or technical reports.
- Familiarity with basic data analysis tools, and compliance with EHS and internal laboratory procedures.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to meet project timelines; ability to collaborate across functions (R&D, Clinical Science, Regulatory, Quality, Marketing).
Nice To Haves
- Prior exposure to large animal preclinical models or device‑related preclinical testing.
- Experience working within regulated medical device or combination product environments.
- Prior contributions to peer‑reviewed publications.
Responsibilities
- Execute preclinical experiments and cellular assays (including electrophysiology and cardiac imaging–relevant models, high‑content imaging, flow cytometry, and other in vitro/in vivo assays) to generate reproducible data that support discovery and early product development.
- Support development and implementation of the preclinical evidence strategy for projects as a scientific contributor; participate as a core scientific member on product development teams.
- Prepare, draft, and revise scientific manuscripts, abstracts, posters, and technical presentations that fulfill evidence‑generation and dissemination plans in collaboration with senior scientists and Medical Business Partners.
- Analyze and interpret experimental data; perform basic statistical checks and quality control; clearly communicate results and their implications to project teams.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in ELNs and other systems; follow EHS, regulatory, and internal quality procedures.
- Troubleshoot experiments and methods with guidance from more experienced colleagues; propose practical improvements to standard procedures.
- Support early product introduction activities by providing preclinical scientific content for training, case support, and launch materials as requested.
- Contribute to laboratory readiness (equipment upkeep, ordering supplies) to ensure projects proceed on schedule.
Benefits
- Consolidated retirement plan (pension)
- Savings plan (401(k))
- Long-term incentive program
- Vacation –120 hours per calendar year
- Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year (or 48/56 hours depending on state)
- Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year
- Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
- Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child
- Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year
- Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period
- Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year
- Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
