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Sr Scientist

Scientist/Sr Scientist, Oncology Pharmacodynamic Biomarker

The Department of Pharmacodynamic (PD) Biomarkers is a translational Pharmacology group dedicated to translating novel research discoveries into effective therapeutics for unmet medical needs. An important part of our success is the use of relevant and novel PD-biomarkers to help drive our decision making on which drugs to bring forward and how to dose them appropriately. The department of PD Biomarkers is currently seeking a highly motivated scientist/senior scientist within Oncology PD Biomarker group.

Responsibilites:
This individual will lead a laboratory group of research that develops and validates PD biomarkers for use in pre-clinical and clinical research. This individual will coordinate and manage PD biomarker strategies for oncology projects and be responsible for their implementation in clinical development. In addition to strong scientific skills in translational oncology, this individual must have strong leadership and managerial skills to allow coordination of multiple projects. This position will require close interaction with oncology research, PK/PD sciences, diagnostics, and clinical oncology.

Requirements:
Candidates must have a PhD or MD/PhD with seven or more years of industrial or relevant academic experience. Preferred candidates will have experience in preclinical pharmacology, development of PD biomarker assays, and their implementation in clinical trials. The candidate must have excellent communication skills and the ability to work on interdepartmental project teams. A demonstrated record of cutting edge research in translational oncology and/or industry experience is highly desirable. Applicants with additional experience are encouraged to apply.




DIVISION:  Development - Dev. Science
REQUISITION NUMBER:  08-1000024985 SCI ONC PDB