Senior Scientist/Study Director- RLT

Perceptive • Needham, MA

12d

About The Position

The Senior Scientist oversees pre-clinical discovery research programs as a Scientific Lead or specific studies as a Study Director. The Senior Scientist engages with sponsors, business development teams, laboratory staff, and project management and data analysis teams, independently driving all aspects of studies from study initiation to final report. The Senior Scientist may manage a small team of junior Study Directors (direct reports).

Requirements

• Scientific/technical PhD in a relevant field (e.g., Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Toxicology, Engineering, Physics, etc.) with 5-10+ years applicable industry experience or equivalent; or, scientific/technical Masters with 7-12 years applicable industry experience or equivalent
• Significant domain knowledge in a technical area related to imaging, biomarker research, or pharmacology (e.g. preclinical PET, SPECT, CT, MRI, optical imaging; efficacy or tolerability studies; biodistribution or pharmacokinetic studies
• Hands-on experience acquiring pre-clinical imaging data, familiarity with data acquisition, analysis techniques, quality control, and experience in interpretation and presentation of such data
• Experience with image processing software
• Experience with Microsoft office
• English: Fluent
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment and interact professionally with collaborators, customers, and/or subcontractors
• Excellent time and project management skills
• Ability to demonstrate adaptability, a logical approach to problem-solving, and a commitment to continual learning
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Strong presentation skills; able to clearly and compellingly present complex scientific results and service capabilities to colleagues internally and externally

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in oncology (preclinical model development)
• Expertise in small molecule or biologics radiochemistry
• Experience with relevant in vitro/ex vivo methodologies including radioligand binding, autoradiography, and immunohistochemistry

Responsibilities

• Scientific Leadership Responsible for scientific output and program leadership at Scientific Lead level; accountable for managing technical, process, or sponsor-driven escalations from study team
• Study Execution Drive study design, project planning, and quote generation in conjunction with customers and our Commercial Office Act as the key representative of Perceptive Discovery to sponsors during all phases of study execution
• BD Support Support and help drive key account management efforts in collaboration with our Commercial Office
• Study Director Drive study preparation, oversee execution, analysis, and reporting of pre-clinical studies in role as Study Director, while following department workflows and ensuring collected and reported data meet high-quality standards
• Scientific Writing Author and/or review technical documents, including study design quotes, study and IACUC protocols, final reports, presentations, abstracts/manuscripts/white papers, etc.
• Management Small team of local and/or remote Study Directors may report directly into this role; responsible for training, technical and process mentoring, and performance management
• Scientific Mentor/Collaborator Support and educate teammates in your key areas of scientific expertise Nurture a collaborative internal team environment

Benefits

• HEALTH Medical, Dental and Vision benefits for you and your family, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• YOURSELF Paid time off policy including holidays and sick time Internal growth and development programs & trainings
• WEALTH 401(k) program, life & accident insurance and disability insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree