Bench Scientist

PSG Global Solutions; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PSG Global Solutions is seeking a skilled scientist for a contractor position in the Pharmacokinetics Dynamics and Metabolism group at Pfizer. You will address complex scientific ADME issues pertaining to protein biotherapeutics, providing both scientific and technical support for pre-clinical studies.

The ideal candidate will possess a BS/MS in Biochemistry, Biology, or related fields and have experience in biopharma. Additional skills in SDS-PAGE and radioactive materials handling will be advantageous. Join us to make a meaningful impact in biotherapeutics research.

Qualifications

• Experience using radioactive materials is strongly preferred.
• Industry experience in biopharma preferred.
• Experience with SDS-PAGE, binding assays, or cell culture is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Join the PDM-NBE ADME group to address complex scientific ADME issues.
• Provide scientific and technical support for pre-clinical studies.
• Participate in laboratory operations related to biotherapeutics.

Skills

Strong data organization and analysis skills

Strong interpersonal skills

High level of initiative in performing experiments

Fast learner

Collaborative skills

Education

BS/MS level education in Biochemistry, Biology, Pharmacology or related fields

Tools

SDS-PAGE

Cell culture

Radioactive materials handling

Job description

At Real we're always looking for new and ambitious people to help deliver exceptional service levels, change the lives of the candidates we represent and partner with some of the world's best pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical companies.

As specialists in recognising talent we pride ourselves on not just finding the best people for our client partners but on our ability to spot the best and brightest talent to work for us. We are also renowned for providing training and long-term career opportunities to help our employees be the best they can be, so they can continue to deliver the expertise Real has become famous for.

Relationships are at the heart of everything we do and ensure that our clients and candidates continue to work with us again and again. This ethos is also what shapes how we work as a business. We encourage and reward knowledge sharing and have various support networks and international forums to enable our employees to keep up-to-date with changes happening across their industries and share local insight to deliver true global perspectives.

Job Description

• A contractor position is available for a skilled scientist to join in Pfizer’s Pharmacokinetics Dynamics and Metabolism New Biological Entities (PDM-NBE) ADME group to address diverse and complex scientific ADME issues pertaining to protein biotherapeutics.
• This lab based role involves the scientific and technical support of in vitro and in vivo pre-clinical studies designed to understand mechanistic ADME characteristics of biotherapeutics which will support the development of predictive pharmacological tools.
• The candidate will participate in all phases of laboratory operations relating to biotherapeutic PK/tissue distribution/tissue catabolism study execution, sample preparation, and data analysis.
• We are looking for a scientist passionate about learning and able to quickly apply new skills to the project needs.

Notes:

• This position would require working around mice.
• There will not be any direct handling of mice, only exposure to where they are held during studies and to biological samples received from mice.
• Exposure to radioactive isotopes will be weekly and levels are well within the occupational limits.

Qualifications

• BS/MS level education in Biochemistry, Biology, Pharmacology or closely related fields required
• Industry experience in biopharma preferred
• Experience using radioactive materials (125I, 111In) is strongly preferred
• Experience with SDS-PAGE, binding assays, or cell culture is a plus
• Knowledge of IACUC, animal use protocols, PKPD study design and concepts is a plus
• High level of initiative in performing experiments, multi-tasking and troubleshooting
• Fast learner and be able to master running/maintaining instruments after a short period of training
• Strong interpersonal skills, communication (verbal and written)
• Works well both independently and as part of a team. Collaborative skills and effective partnering skills in a matrix-environment is necessary
• Strong data organization and analysis skills

Preferred Skills:

• Cell culture
• Experience with radioactivity
• SDS-PAGE
• Ligand Binding Assays

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.