Senior Scientist Mechanistic Biology & Profiling, AstraZeneca
Modis Sweden AB / Läkarjobb / Göteborg
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The consultant assignment will start June 1st and proceed until October 31st, 2018
Welcome with your application no later than May 16th
AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven biopharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialization of prescription medicines for some of the world 's most serious diseases. At AstraZeneca, we are proud to have a unique workplace culture that inspires innovation and collaboration. Here, employees are empowered to express diverse perspectives and are made to feel valued, energized and rewarded for their ideas and creativity.
The Role
A temporary position has arisen for a highly motivated Senior Research Scientist to join the Mechanistic Biology & Profiling Department within the Discovery Sciences IMED Biotech Unit in Gothenburg, Sweden. Leading from the bench, you will apply proven biochemistry and cell biology expertise in microplate formats and a passion for driving scientific questions, combined with strong team working ethics, to drug discovery projects. You will join one of our teams whose remit is to support IMED projects globally with delivery of SAR profiling and mechanism of action data for project compounds.
The position is a temporary assignment lasting from beginning of June until end of October.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
This is a lab-based role, providing in vitro target-based and phenotypic screening to support projects in all phases of the discovery process. The role involves delivery of high quality biological profiling to our drug discovery projects, including independent planning and execution of experiments, troubleshooting and timely reporting of data according to agreed timelines. Additional duties involve taking a supporting role in data analysis and reporting using dedicated software.
Essential Requirements
* Candidates should have a Ph.D. or a first degree and at least 4 years ' experience within a relevant scientific discipline
* Documented expertise in cell-based screening of mammalian cell types is an absolute requirement
* Theoretical understanding of assay design relevant to the pharmacology of the drug target and a practical understanding of assay optimisation and use of statistical tools to enable generation of robust, reproducible and sensitive assays
* Broad practical knowledge of common detection technologies and technology platforms compatible with microplate-based cellular assays, with prior experience of imaging, flow cytometry and transcriptomics readouts considered especially meriting
* Deep understanding of data analysis and conversion of screening data to biological parameters. Demonstrated expertise in the coordination and maintenance of dedicated software for small-molecule screening data is a bonus
* Excellent communication skills and an ability to operate effectively in a multi-disciplinary research environmen
* tProven ability in providing technical leadership and guidance to others
* Maintain an awareness of relevant scientific and technical advances to help identify opportunities for capability development
* Scientific visibility and leadership through project contributions, internal presentations and external publications
* Excellent problem solving skills, not limited to own area of expertise
* First rate decision making skills, coupled with tenacity to see decisions through, even in situations of ambiguity
* Recognized scientific expertise within the area of cell biology as applied to screening and will function as a scientific expert within project teams
* Good understanding of drug discovery and how to translate their scientific expertise into new project and business opportunities
About Modis
We are constantly striving to support our customers and consultants to become successful. As a consultant, you are our top priority and when you need us, we will be there for you.
We will include you in our business and to our customers. You are our most important asset and for us to stay ahead you will take an active part in our business development and our offers to the market.
By becoming our colleague, your daily life as a consultant will be shifting with different assignments and projects in a variety of industries, systems and environments. Your experience will increase as well as your social and professional network. As a consultant, you are covered by collective agreements, insurance, occupational healthcare, healthcare and discounts on training cards. We believe in connecting people so having regularly social activities is key for us.
Modis delivers a wide range of services and competencies within IT, Engineering and Life Science. Our services are characterized by speed, simplicity and quality. Modis is represented in the United States, Canada, Europe with over 100 offices and with more than 35,000 colleagues on assignments each day.
If you have questions regarding the position, please contact:
Nalin Yilmaz
E-postadress:
nalin.yilmaz@modis.seTelefon: 073 6847 051
Varaktighet, arbetstid
Heltid Visstid
Publiceringsdatum2018-04-27ErsättningFast lön
Så ansöker duSista dag att ansöka är 2018-05-16
Klicka på denna länk för att göra din ansökanKontaktNalin Yilmaz
Nalin.Yilmaz@modis.seFöretagModis Sweden AB
AdressModis Sweden AB
Postgatan 28
41110 Göteborg
KontorsadressPostgatan 28
Jobbnummer 4113396
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