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Senior Scientist, In Vivo Pharmacology, Oncology Targeted Discovery
Waltham, MA
Employer: | AstraZeneca |
Job Type: | Full Time |
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Senior Scientist, In Vivo Pharmacology, Oncology Targeted Discovery Do you have expertise in, and a passion for oncology research & development? Would you like to apply your expertise at a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life-changing medicines? AstraZeneca might be for you! We are seeking a highly motivated and independent Senior Scientist in cancer pharmacology with a track record of scientific excellence to join our team in Waltham, Massachusetts USA. Accountabilities As a Senior Scientist in the Oncology Targeted Discovery (OTD) group, you will be a key member of a team focused on delivering all aspects of in vivo pharmacology support. You will bring your theoretical and practical expertise to establish mouse models, assay systems, and deliver datasets that will have a direct impact on the drug discovery process and pipeline. Working in this laboratory-based position, you will develop, design, conduct, and analyze in vivo and ex vivo experiments to assess the function of our candidate oncology drugs and dissect the mechanisms of action of novel therapeutics. You will be expected to support cross-functional teams and work collaboratively with project leaders to ensure the timely generation and dissemination of critical program data and contribute to scientific publication goals. As a highly organized, self-motivated individual with a strong background in laboratory science, you will stay up to date with relevant technical and intellectual scientific expertise in tumor biology, pharmacology, and cancer modeling, and have a genuine passion for this field of research. Essential Skills/Experience
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At AstraZeneca, we push the boundaries of science to change the practice of medicine and transform the lives of patients living with cancer. With one of the broadest and deepest Oncology pipelines in the industry, there are many opportunities to work with new and novel drugs. We foster a mindset of courage where everyone is empowered to innovate and work at pace. Our collaborative environment allows us to build collective wisdom by giving everyone a chance to input. Join us to be part of a team that is making a difference for patients around the world. Apply now to make an impact with your expertise! AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. |