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Scientist III/ IV, Exploratory Biomarkers

DescriptionWe are seeking a driven, energetic, results-oriented Scientist III or IV to join the Biomarker Discovery group of the Immunology and Respiratory Research Therapeutic Area in Ridgefield CT. This individual will develop in vitro TE/PD and disease biomarker assays to support the Immunology and Respiratory Department portfolio projects and use innovative technologies to discover biomarkers to advance our novel research programs. This position requires hands-on experience on TE/PD and disease biomarker assay development in drug discovery, primary animal/human cell culture systems, ligand-binding assays, attentional to experimental detail, teamwork as well as strong communication and organizational skills. Flow cytometry experience is preferred.Duties & Responsibilities• As a technology expert, develops and implement experimental approaches that contribute to the Biomarker Discovery group goals in an independent and efficient manner, with minimal supervision• Designs, executes and troubleshoots routine and innovative TE/PD (including direct and indirect TE) and disease biomarker assays using animal/human matrices, analyzes experimental data, interprets outcome of experiments and proposes appropriate follow-up experimental plans• Interacts regularly with colleagues in the Biomarker group and other organization functions to move new therapeutic concepts through their lifecycle• Keeps abreast with literature and extracts relevant information from published protocols• Present own work at internal and external meetings• Proposes and contributes to the incorporation of new technologies and/or assume departmental responsibility for technical aspects of portfolio projects• Trains junior scientists in all areas of laboratory operations, productively contributes in a matrix organization and shares ideas across the department• Co-authors peer-reviewed manuscripts• Adapts best strategies internally and externally, complies with applicable regulations, performing all work in a safe manner and maintains proper records in accordance with SOPs and policiesRequirements• Strong hands-on experience with development of TE/PD and disease biomarker assays in Drug Development, including direct and indirect TE assays and receptor/target occupancy assays• Experience with immunoassays• Experience using a variety of standard laboratory techniques such as mammalian cell tissue culture, various ligand-binding assay formats (i.e ELISA), peripheral blood cell cell isolation and culture, DNA/RNA extraction, RT-qPCR, western blot.• Ability to learn new technology and concepts• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, experience with Flow cytometry data analysis tools (i.e FlowJo) and GraphPrism softwares• Good verbal and written communication skills.• Independent thinker, planner, and executor of technical activities.• Strong analytical skills to effectively present test data and other related findings.Scientist III:Master’s Degree with 3+ years experience in related scientific discipline or Bachelor’s Degree with 7+ years experience in related scientific discipline or equivalent experience in related fieldScientist IV:• Master’s Degree with 6+ years experience in a related scientific discipline or Bachelor’s Degree with 10+ years experience in a related field or equivalent experience in a related fieldCompensation:This position, Scientist II, offers a base salary typically between $75,000.00 and $147,000.00. The position may be eligible for a role specific variable or performance based bonus and or other compensation elements. For an overview of our benefits please click here.Desired Skills, Experience and Abilities• Hands-on experience with flow cytometry• Experience with method validation in Drug Discovery• Experience with omics technologies (i.e. proteomics), in particular application to biomarker discovery• Experience with handling of various clinical specimensEligibility Requirements:• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.• Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).• Must be 18 years of age or older.Tagged as: Life Sciences

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What You Should Know About Scientist III/ IV, Exploratory Biomarkers, Boehringer Ingelheim

Are you ready to make a difference in the world of biomarker discovery? We're searching for a passionate Scientist III/IV to join our innovative Biomarker Discovery group at a leading company in Ridgefield, CT. In this role, you'll be diving into the exciting realm of in vitro TE/PD and disease biomarker assays. If you have hands-on experience in drug discovery and a knack for developing innovative assay techniques, we want to hear from you! As a Scientist III or IV, you'll leverage your expertise and collaborate closely with a dynamic team to drive forward our immunology and respiratory research projects. Your creativity will shine as you design and execute critical experiments, analyze data, and present your findings at internal and external meetings. This isn't just another job; it's an opportunity to be a part of something larger as you contribute to cutting-edge research that can create meaningful impact. Whether you're training junior scientists or co-authoring peer-reviewed manuscripts, your role will be vital to our success. If you're ready to take on a new challenge and push the boundaries of what's possible in biomarker discovery, we invite you to explore this exciting opportunity with us!

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What are the main responsibilities of a Scientist III/IV at the Biomarker Discovery group?

As a Scientist III/IV at the Biomarker Discovery group, you will be responsible for developing and implementing experiments related to TE/PD and disease biomarker assays. You'll analyze data, troubleshoot assay protocols, and regularly collaborate with colleagues to advance therapeutic concepts throughout the project lifecycle. Presenting your research findings at meetings and co-authoring manuscripts are also key responsibilities, allowing you to contribute significantly to the scientific community.