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At eisai, satisfying unmet medical needs and increasing the benefits healthcare provides to patients, their families, and caregivers is eisai’s human health care (hhc) missionWe’re a growing pharmaceutical company that is breaking through in neurology and oncology, with a strong emphasis on research and developmentOur history includes the development of many innovative medicines, notably the discovery of the world`s most widely-used treatment for alzheimer’s diseaseAs we continue to expand, we are seeking highly-motivated individuals who want to work in a fast-paced environment and make a differenceIf this is your profile, we want to hear from you.
We are seeking a senior scientist to join the assay development team within the discovery sciences group at g2d2 in cambridge, maThe discovery sciences group is a diverse team of scientists bridging the gap between biology and chemistry with the goal of understanding drug-target interactions for improved drug design and functionThe successful candidate will have a track record of implementing novel assays for the testing of small molecule and biologic modalitiesThe candidate will be a highly motivated, independent researcher with innovative approaches to problem solving.
Primary responsibilities:
Design and implement robust biochemical and cell based assays
Monitor and maintain quality control through screening process
Develop tests for understanding mechanism of action
Analyze, communicate, and document data
Implement novel techniques
Communicate results to project team, work closely with multiple departments
Identify needs of project team
Qualifications/skills:
Phd in neuroscience, pharmacology, cell biology, or related discipline
At least 3-5 years experience in an industry setting
Able to work successfully in a multi-disciplinary environment
Expertise in design, development, and implementation of biochemical and cell based assays
Experience with high throughput screening and automation
Experience managing work off-site through collaborations or contract research organizations
Understanding of cellular and molecular neuroscience and neurodegenerative disease
Excellent communication skills
Eisai requires all new hires to be fully vaccinated against covid-19 and provide valid proof of vaccination as of their start date, to the extent permitted under state lawThis requirement is a condition of employment at eisai, and it applies regardless of whether the position is located at an eisai site, field based or is fully remoteIf you are unable to receive the vaccine due to a medical condition (including pregnancy-related), or because of your sincerely held religious beliefs, you will have an opportunity to request a reasonable accommodation.
Eisai is an equal opportunity employer and as such, is committed in policy and in practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran statusSimilarly, considering the need for reasonable accommodations, eisai prohibits discrimination against persons because of disability, including disabled veterans.
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