Research Scientist V

Research Scientist V - Contract - Watertown, MA

Be the backbone of innovation and join a leading pharmaceutical company to help keep life-changing science moving forward!

Proclinical is seeking a Scientist I-II to join a dynamic and multidisciplinary team focused on developing human cell-based disease-relevant platforms.

Primary Responsibilities:

This role involves advancing in vitro technology to support early drug candidate validation, with an emphasis on cardiometabolic disease models. You will play a key role in establishing advanced multicellular models, collaborating across teams, and contributing to external partnerships.

Skills & Requirements:

• 12 years minimum of relevant technical experience required alongside Masters Degree with 8 years relevant experience or PhD with 2 years relevant industry or post-doctorate experience can be considered.
• Expertise in cell culture and the development of advanced human in vitro model systems.
• Experience with multicellular obesity-cardiometabolic models and establishing disease-relevant functional endpoints.
• Specialized knowledge in cardiometabolic disease research, particularly in areas like obesity, Type 2 Diabetes, adipose or vascular biology, or insulin resistance.
• Strong ability to work autonomously on complex tasks of strategic importance.
• Proven ability to lead and collaborate within multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams.
• Effective communication skills to engage with internal and external stakeholders.

The Research Scientist's responsibilities will be:

• Develop and implement advanced in vitro models for cardiometabolic diseases, focusing on areas such as adipose tissue, vascular biology, and insulin resistance.
• Drive the development of Microphysiological Systems (MPS) technology in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Guide and mentor junior scientists while contributing hands-on to lab work.
• Collaborate with external partners on specific model development projects.
• Lead cross-functional project teams and contribute to setting project strategies.
• Engage with global teams to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Contribute to external collaborations to advance MPS technology platforms.

Compensation:

• $90 to $105 per hour.

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Shannon Briggs at s.briggs@proclinical.com

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