Bench Scientist (JOB ID- 4134-1)

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Preferred Skills (2 or more from list is sufficient):
In vivo PK studies
Cell culture
Experience with radioactivity
SDS-PAGE
Ligand Binding Assays

Appropriate Background:
1-5 years of industry/biopharma/biotech experience
Education (any of the below or similarly related field, BS/MS level not PhD or PharmD):
Biochemistry
Biology
Pharmacology
NO PhD or PharmD level for this position

REQUIREMENTS:
BS/MS level education in Biochemistry, Biology, Pharmacology or closely related fields required
• Industry experience in biopharma preferred
• Experience using radioactive materials (125I, 111In) is strongly preferred
• Experience with SDS-PAGE, binding assays, or cell culture is a plus
• Knowledge of IACUC, animal use protocols, PKPD study design and concepts is a plus
• High level of initiative in performing experiments, multi-tasking and troubleshooting
• Fast learner and be able to master running/maintaining instruments after a short period of training
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication (verbal and written)
• Works well both independently and as part of a team. Collaborative skills and effective partnering skills in a matrix-environment is necessary
• Strong data organization and analysis skills

A contractor position is available for a skilled scientist to join in Pharmaceutical’s Pharmacokinetics Dynamics and Metabolism New Biological Entities (PDM-NBE) ADME group to address diverse and complex scientific ADME issues pertaining to protein biotherapeutics. This lab based role involves the scientific and technical support of in vitro and in vivo pre-clinical studies designed to understand mechanistic ADME characteristics of biotherapeutics which will support the development of predictive pharmacological tools. The candidate will participate in all phases of laboratory operations relating to biotherapeutic PK/tissue distribution/tissue catabolism study execution, sample preparation, and data analysis. We are looking for a scientist passionate about learning and able to quickly apply new skills to the project needs.

Notes: This position would require working around mice. There will not be any direct handling of mice, only exposure to where they are held during studies and to biological samples received from mice.

Exposure to radioactive isotopes will be weekly and levels are well within the occupational limits.

Additional Skills:
• BS/MS level education in Biochemistry, Biology, Pharmacology or closely related fields required
• Industry experience in biopharma preferred
• Experience using radioactive materials (125I, 111In) is strongly preferred
• Experience with SDS-PAGE, binding assays, or cell culture is a plus
• Knowledge of IACUC, animal use protocols, PKPD study design and concepts is a plus
• High level of initiative in performing experiments, multi-tasking and troubleshooting
• Fast learner and be able to master running/maintaining instruments after a short period of training
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication (verbal and written)
• Works well both independently and as part of a team. Collaborative skills and effective partnering skills in a matrix-environment is necessary
• Strong data organization and analysis skills

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For more information, Please contact

Best Regards,

Akriti Gupta

(973) 967-3409

Morristown, NJ 07960