Job Description

At our company, we are committed to improving the health and well-being of people around the world. As a leading global pharmaceutical company, we strive to make a difference through innovative research and development of life-saving medications and vaccines. Our company's Research Laboratories in South San Francisco is seeking a Principal Scientist of In vivo Pharmacology with strong experience in cardiovascular and metabolic diseases to join our Quantitative Biosciences (Pharmacology) department as an in vivo team lead. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary scientists and through your team, you will apply your knowledge of translational models for cardiometabolic diseases, in vivo technology platforms, and data science to advance diverse therapeutic programs. If you are lab-focused, scientifically curious, and looking to develop your career at a leading science driven pharmaceutical company, we'd love for you to be part of our diverse and passionate team.

Key responsibilities:

Develop and support in vivo pharmacology strategies for obesity, immuno-metabolic, and cardiovascular diseases to enable a robust drug discovery pipeline

Lead translational model development and implementation to support target engagement, pharmacodynamics, or efficacy studies

Serve as a core member in matrixed project teams and governance committees to drive in vivo pharmacology strategy and provide scientific/technical leadership

Ensure high-quality data generation, analysis, and reporting to project teams, governance committees, and regulatory agencies, and manage key timelines and milestones

Lead and develop a group of PhD and non-PhD researchers, drive scientific innovation, and champion new enabling technologies to enhance functional capability and productivity

Monitor emerging biology, biomarker, as well as basic & clinical research in cardiometabolic disorders to influence portfolio development strategy

Collaborate extensively across our company's network and with external partners to drive pipeline progression toward key milestones

Qualifications:

Education:

Ph.D. in biology, pharmacology, metabolism, immunology or related discipline and relevant industry experience listed below

Required Experience and Skills:

A minimum of 10 years of drug discovery experience at a biotech or pharmaceutical setting in obesity, dysmetabolism, diabetes and cardiovascular complications, with a proven track record substantiated by peer-reviewed publications and/or patents

A solid understanding of cardiometabolic disease pathogenesis and extensive experience in developing relevant in vivo models including both small and large animals

Experience leading discovery teams, overseeing in vivo strategy, setting project priorities, and managing resources

A robust understanding of preclinical drug discovery and clinical development

An excellent track record of providing mentorship to direct reports and influencing peers

The ability to communicate effectively with and relate to a broad range of stakeholders, including senior leaders, peers, direct reports, partners, and external collaborators

Preferred Experience and Skills:

Strong knowledge of biomarker discovery, translational research, and data science

Prior experience working with multiple therapeutic modalities (small molecule, peptide, biologic, etc.)

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Expected US salary range:

$167,700.00 - $263,900.00

Available benefits include bonus eligibility, long term incentive if applicable, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. A summary of benefits is listed here.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

Domestic/International

VISA Sponsorship:

Yes

Travel Requirements:

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

1st - Day

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

No

Job Posting End Date:

12/20/2024

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Requisition ID:R311021