Biologist - In Vivo Pharmacology
binding mindsEast Boston (MA)
Biologist - In Vivo Pharmacology
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binding mindsEast Boston (MA)
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
Job Type:
12 Months Contract (Possible Extension) We are looking for a Biologist to participate in an in vivo pharmacology lab and execute experiments in support of the discovery and optimization of novel therapeutic candidates for genetic medicines.
Key Responsibilities:
Work with team leads to design and execute in vivo pharmacology experiments to characterize activity, distribution, and clearance of genetic medicines in rodent models, including mice, rats, and immuno-compromised animals. Assist in the development and characterization of novel in vivo models. Collaborate with cross-functional partners (Preclinical, toxicology, PK/PD modelling) to ensure the translation from discovery to development. Provide written and verbal communication of work in study reports and team meetings. Keep and maintain accurate and timely documentation of all practical work, including completion of electronic notebooks in alignment with quality standards and Good Documentation Practices. Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations.
Qualifications:
B.S./M.S. in life sciences (e.g., biology, neuroscience, or related field) or 3-5 years of experience working in the pharmaceutical industry or a contract research organization. Hands-on experience with rodent handling, dosing, and blood collection of mice and rats, including but not limited to: Subcutaneous (SC), intravenous (IV), and intraperitoneal (IP) injections. Submandibular, venipuncture, and cardiac puncture bleeds. Experience with gross necropsies, tissue dissection, trimming, and processing. Ability to adapt and exercise flexibility for changing platform needs, workflows, and projects, including occasional night, weekend, or holiday hours. Ability to craft, complete, and interpret experiments independently and advance scientific understanding. Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across functional boundaries and in a team environment. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, critical thinking, and multitasking abilities. Desire to learn new techniques and contribute to innovative projects in a fast-paced working environment. Experience in processing, organizing, analyzing, and visualizing data and information from disparate sources and ability to extract insights from data.
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