Scientist / Sr. Scientist, In Vitro Pharmacology

This position will play an important role in the advancement of new therapeutic indications as well as supporting current pipeline programs. In this role, you will lead and direct efforts to support Glycomine’s pipeline project expansion by developing and implementing novel biochemical and cell-based assays. As a key member of the Research team, you will play a role in establishing lab-based scientific approaches to support programs from early to late-stage research leading up to nomination of development candidates.

- Lead the implementation of novel assays, techniques, and technologies to support Glycomine's liposome drug delivery platform.

- Design, develop, and implement in vitro cellular disease models, multiplex plate-based assays, and other techniques for mechanistic proof of concept studies

- Execute biochemical, mammalian cell based in vitro and ex-vivo assays to support current and new programs.

- Collaborate with internal research teams and external groups/CROs to drive research projects.

- Contribute scientific ideas and evaluate key hypotheses that advance company technologies. Actively participate in scientific discussions and drive research efforts for new projects enabling Go/No Go decisions.

- Document, compile, interpret and communicate experimental data in internal and external forums. Present research outcomes to stakeholders throughout the company in internal project teams and companywide meetings.

- Expertise in molecular, biochemical and cellular biology techniques, such as cell culture, DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, western blotting, and cell-based assays with demonstrated proficiency executing assays in 96 well plate formats.

- Innovative and creative individual with the ability to work independently and in a team environment, to prioritize and execute experimental design and data analysis, and to take ownership of multiple projects.

- Well organized and demonstrated ability to prepare technical reports, summaries, protocols, etc.

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.

- Highly motivated and with the ability to engage positively and demonstrate high level of commitment to their work.

- Results oriented individual with strong interpersonal skills to work in a collaborative team environment.

Ph.D. in biochemistry, cell or molecular biology, pharmacology, medical science, or related fields with 2 – 5 years of post-doctoral training or experience in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry. Title will be commensurate with experience.