Temp - Associate Scientist, In Vitro Pharmacology

Who We Are

At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options.

What We Do

Neurocrine Biosciences is a neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, endocrine and psychiatric disorders. The company’s diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, Parkinson’s disease, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as clinical programs in multiple therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. *in collaboration with AbbVie

About The Role

We are looking for a highly motivated and collaborative Associate Scientist to join our In Vitro Pharmacology team. This individual will be an integral team member, supporting lead optimization campaigns and due diligence for validating pharmacology targets in the context of multidisciplinary teams. Responsibilities include developing, optimizing, executing, and analyzing in vitro pharmacology assays under minimal supervision to generate high quality, reproducible results. Critical analysis and insightful interpretation of cell-based functional, biochemical, and binding assay data is essential to identify lead compounds and contribute to the understanding of potency and mechanism of action. The individual will also be responsible for documenting protocols and regularly presenting clear written and verbal data summaries. The work is fast-paced and process-oriented in an environment where efficiency and continuous improvement are integral goals.

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Your Contributions (include, But Are Not Limited To)

• Work independently as well as in a team environment toward timely execution of shared team deliverables
• Track and document assay performance
• Rapidly learn new assays and analysis methods
• Effectively multitask and advance various projects simultaneously without compromising data quality or reproducibility
• Perform and optimize routine assays to support lead identification
• Responsible for generating high quality data and contributing to data analysis and reporting

Qualifications

• Outstanding experimental design, problem-solving, and data analysis skills
• Experience using wide range of automation, inventory systems, data analysis and informatics systems
• Practical experience with a broad range of in vitro biological assays (including GPCRs, kinases, transporters, and ion channels)
• Experience and knowledge of mammalian cell culture and techniques
• Enthusiasm for developing an expanding technical and theoretical knowledge base
• BS/BA with some relevant laboratory experience required
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), time management, organizational and interpersonal skills to ensure operational excellence of daily laboratory needs
• Embody Neurocrine’s core values of Passion, Collaboration, Tenacity, Innovation, and Integrity

Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.