Associate Principal Scientist - Cellular Pharmacology and Lead Discovery

Company: MSD Malaysia
Location: Rahway
Posted on: October 19, 2024

Job Description:

Associate Principal Scientist - Cellular Pharmacology and Lead DiscoveryJob DescriptionOur company's Research Laboratories in South San Francisco is seeking an Associate Principal Scientist with strong expertise in translational cell models, mechanistic pharmacology, and biomarker and lead discovery to join our Quantitative Biosciences (Pharmacology) department. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, execution, and interpretation of complex in vitro/ex vivo assays and mechanistic experimentation to advance early drug discovery projects from target concept through lead optimization. The candidate will work closely with a team of multidisciplinary scientists to enable model development, assay execution and screening, as well as mechanistic studies to advance a diverse drug discovery pipeline targeting obesity, immune-metabolic, and cardiovascular disorders. In addition, this role will participate in novel technology evaluation, business development diligence, and internal/external collaborations. We value rigorous scientific exploration, creative-thinking, teamwork, and transparent communication. If you are a highly motivated individual and team player with a strong desire to impact cardiovascular and metabolic drug discovery, we invite you to consider joining our team.Key responsibilities:

• Support pharmacology strategies targeting obesity, immuno-metabolic, and cardiovascular diseases to enable a robust drug discovery pipeline.
• Develop and implement potency, selectivity, and mechanistic assays to characterize molecules targeting diverse targets, pathways, and areas of biology.
• Design and execute complex cell assays using diverse model systems and advanced technologies to support translational research and biomarker discovery.
• Serve as a core member in matrixed project teams and governance committees to enable pharmacology strategy and provide robust scientific and technical support.
• Ensure high-quality and timely data generation, analysis, and reporting to project teams, governance bodies, and regulatory agencies.
• Drive scientific innovation and champion new enabling technologies and methods to enhance functional capabilities and productivity.
• Collaborate extensively across our company's network and with external partners to drive project progression toward key milestones and contribute to business development diligence.Qualifications:Education:
  • Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Cell Biology or relevant scientific discipline with a minimum of five (5) years of drug discovery experience in a biotech or pharmaceutical setting.Required Experience and Skills:
    • Solid understanding of drug discovery strategies and processes from target identification and validation to preclinical candidate selection.
    • Demonstrated quantitative pharmacology expertise with accompanying knowledge in cardiovascular and metabolic disease pathways and mechanisms.
    • Highly skilled in physiologically relevant assay development (primary cells, co-culture, etc.) for cardiometabolic disease modeling, translational pharmacology, and biomarker discovery.
    • Experienced in lead optimization and SAR support, plate-based detection methods, and the utilization of advanced lab automation.
    • Proficiency with automated data processing, curve fitting, and visualization software tools.
    • Excellent organization and communication skills with a strong growth mindset.
    • Demonstrated ability to multi-task and work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment to influence strategy and tactics to advance drug discovery.
    • Proven record of publications in peer-reviewed journals and/or patent literature.Preferred Experience and Skills:
      • Prior working experience with multiple therapeutic modalities (small molecule, peptide, biologics, etc.).
      • Prior experience of leading drug discovery projects and/or mentoring junior staff.NOTICE FOR INTERNAL APPLICANTSIn accordance with Managers' Policy - Job Posting and Employee Placement, all employees subject to this policy are required to have a minimum of twelve (12) months of service in current position prior to applying for open positions.If you have been offered a separation benefits package, but have not yet reached your separation date and are offered a position within the salary and geographical parameters as set forth in the Summary Plan Description (SPD) of your separation package, then you are no longer eligible for your separation benefits package. To discuss in more detail, please contact your HRBP or Talent Acquisition Advisor.Employee Status: RegularRelocation: Domestic/InternationalVISA Sponsorship: YesTravel Requirements: 10%Shift: 1st - DayJob Posting End Date: 10/31/2024Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.
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