Sr. Scientist, Translational Biology
San Diego, CA 
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Posted 12 days ago
Job Description
Who We Are:

At Neurocrine Biosciences, we pride ourselves on having a strong, inclusive, and positive culture based on our shared purpose and values. We know what it takes to be great, and we are as passionate about our people as we are about our purpose - to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options.

What We Do:

Neurocrine Biosciences is a neuroscience-focused, biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs, but few options. We are dedicated to discovering and developing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, endocrine and psychiatric disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, Parkinson's disease, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as clinical programs in multiple therapeutic areas. For three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. *in collaboration with AbbVie

About the Role:

Leverage a diverse array of technologies to develop and validate biomarker assays to help confirm drug target engagement, understand mechanisms of action and patient response. Collaborate closely with internal pre-clinical and clinical colleagues as well as external partners to deliver translational biomarker strategies for drug development candidates. Strong technical expertise in immunoassays for protein quantitation and enzyme activity assessment in biological samples including biofluids. Strong interest in lab-based assay development, validation, and pre-clinical sample analysis.

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Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):
  • Designs, develops, and performs robust "fit-for-purpose" clinical biomarker assays

  • Identifies and evaluates new technologies to support evolving translational biomarker strategies

  • Assists in the transition of biomarker assays from Basic Research to Clinical use by providing technical guidance on assay validation

  • Serves as a subject matter expert in immunoassay-based assay development and validation, collaborating with project teams, biomarker leaders, clinical operations and regulatory affairs on the implementation of these assays in clinical trials

  • Generates and works with complex data sets, with a strong understanding of advanced data analysis and statistical tests

  • Maintains and updates SOP's and writes data summaries for experiments conducted

  • Reviews, comprehends and complies with all SOP's, and safety and quality assurance standards at all times

  • Provides training and/or supervision to junior staff, as needed

  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:
  • BS/BA degree and 5+ years of relevant experience, OR

  • MS/MA degree and 3+ years of relevant experience OR

  • PhD or equivalent and some relevant experience; may include postdoc experience, Gene Therapy positions will require a PhD in Pharmacology, Neuroscience, Endocrinology, Physiology, or closely related discipline

  • Gene Therapy position will require a minimum of 4 years of postdoctoral experience in gene therapy, or 2 years in the biopharmaceutical industry

  • Track record of successful implementation of immunoassays, proteomics, and cell-based assays (e.g., flow cytometry) for biomarker discovery using pre-clinical or clinical samples

  • Extensive experience working with tissue samples and/or biofluids

  • Experience with some of these techniques: ELISA, IP, western blotting, flow cytometry, high content imaging, HTRF

  • Experience with managing contract research organizations

  • Hands-on experience with Luminex and/or MesoScale Discovery is preferred

  • Tissue handling techniques for detection of gene and protein expression, including fixation, sectioning, IHC, IF, ISH as well as image analysis is a plus

  • Experience working with human biospecimens is a plus

  • Demonstrates solid level of understanding project / group goals and methods

  • Consistently recognizes anomalous and inconsistent results and interprets experimental outcomes

  • Able to explain the process behind the data and implications of the results

  • Strong knowledge of one or more scientific disciplines, becoming expert in one discipline

  • Strong knowledge of scientific principles, methods and techniques

  • Strong knowledge and demonstrated ability working with a variety of laboratory equipment/tools

  • Ability to work as part of a team; may train lower levels

  • Excellent computer skills

  • Strong communications, problem-solving, analytical thinking skills

  • Detail oriented yet can see broader picture of scientific impact on team

  • Ability to meet multiple deadlines, with a high degree of accuracy and efficiency

  • Strong project management skills

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Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don't line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.

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The annual base salary we reasonably expect to pay is $106,400.00-$154,325.00. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. In addition, this position offers an annual bonus with a target of 20% of the earned base salary and eligibility to participate in our equity based long term incentive program. Benefits offered include a retirement savings plan (with company match), paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
5+ years
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