TEMP - Associate Scientist, DMPK

Neurocrine Biosciences

117d

About The Position

Performs research and/or development in collaboration with others on in-vivo and in-vitro pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics and drug metabolism studies working with clinical pharmacology, drug metabolism and therapeutics areas. Assists in the outsourcing and conduct of in vitro drug metabolism and permeability assessments to support early drug discovery efforts. Provides support as the point of contact for study coordination, initiation, distribution of data and management of blanket work orders. Responsibilities also include tracking of invoices against services performed.

Requirements

• BS/BA degree and some relevant experience preferred
• Able to manage or execute experiments efficiently and suggest small process improvements
• Able to recognize patterns or inconsistencies in data results
• Able to deduce meaningful results while conducting routine analyses or troubleshoot minor issues
• Good knowledge of one scientific discipline
• Developing knowledge of scientific principles, methods and techniques
• Good knowledge and some experience working with DMPK specific laboratory equipment/tools such as LC-MS, laboratory automation platforms, etc
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Good computer skills
• Developing communications, problem-solving, analytical thinking, planning and organization skills
• Detail oriented

Responsibilities

• Manage or conduct in vitro experiments to characterize PK properties of new investigational drugs
• Collect, analyze, communicate results, and assist in preparing reports in a timely manner
• Work collaboratively with other scientists, technicians and colleagues as part of multidisciplinary project teams
• Understand and interpret study protocols/SOP's to ensure that the tasks are conducted accurately
• Other duties may be assigned as necessary

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees