Senior Scientist In vitro Toxicology Microelectrode Array

Senior Scientist – In vitro Toxicology – Microelectrode Array

Cyprotex US, an Evotec company, specializes in ADME-Tox and Biosciences including both in vitro (laboratory experiments) and in silico (computer modelling) approaches. Cyprotex was founded in 1999. The Company serves the Pharmaceutical and Biotech, Cosmetics/Personal Care and Chemicals Industries as well as academia and not-for-profit organizations. Over 1700 organizations trust Cyprotex for their ADME-Tox and Bioscience research needs.

We are seeking a Senior Scientist to be responsible for conducting routine in vitro Toxicology assays as well as participating in experimental design, performing experiments, troubleshooting, and performing data analysis and interpretation. This position is based in Framingham, Massachusetts.

Duties and Responsibilities

Perform routine in-vitro in vitro Toxicology Assays, with a focus on Microelectrode Array (MEA)

Responsible for planning, performing and reporting in vitro Toxicology studies for discovery and development stage compounds.

Actively participate in experimental design, perform experiments as well as critically analyze, interpret and report the data to design next steps.

Ability to perform high-impact as well as high throughput studies to completion in a fast-paced environment, while managing multiple projects to meet the timelines

Provides scientific knowledge in establishing new in vitro Tox assays as well as contribute to the continuous improvement of the current in vitro Tox assays

Manage junior scientists within the department

Assist in data analysis and interpretation

Laboratory support including ordering, equipment calibration and validation Working to a high standard and adhering to our Quality System

Work closely with the Project Managers to ensure the requirements of our clients are met

Assist in running and maintaining robotic systems to support processes.

Perform Quality Review of peer data and assist in consolidating assay control and validation criteria

Work closely with the Project Managers to ensure the requirements of our clients are met

Qualifications:

PhD in a scientific relevant field in contract research organizations, pharmaceutical industries, government, or academia.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.

Hands-on industry/academic experience in cell biology and in vitro electrophysiology and a strong record of scientific achievement

Experience in drug discovery/development

Broad understanding of Toxicology, electrophysiology, and cell biology.

Knowledge of bioanalytical sciences including LC-MS/MS, GC-MS, biotransformation and physical organic chemistry

Experienced in cell based or biochemical assays.

Skills:

Expertise in electrophysiological assays with Microelectrode Array for cardiac and neuro assays is highly desired.

Ability to work in a team environment, remaining attentive to ideas, recognizing responsibilities, and actively participating with others to accomplish assignments and achieve desired goals.

Excellent oral and written communication skills with peers and all levels of management

Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel

Strong attention to detail

Ability to manage time and work independently

Evotec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Federal contractors are required to maintain a drug-free workplace as mandated by the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988. This federal requirement supersedes state laws that permit the use of cannabis.

Evotec (US) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

JOB ID-12399