Cardiovascular Pharmacology Associate Scientist

Cytokinetics; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 121,500 - 141,750; Full time

Job summary

A biotechnology firm in South San Francisco seeks a motivated Associate Scientist to support pharmacology efforts in muscle biology programs. Responsibilities include designing and managing in vivo studies, overseeing animal cohorts, and quantifying biomarkers. Candidates should have a BS with extensive research experience, particularly in rodent handling and molecular biology assays. The role offers competitive compensation in a collaborative environment focused on improving patient lives.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands-on research experience or MS with 6+ years.
• Prior experience in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology setting preferred.
• Extensive hands-on experience in biochemical and molecular biology assays required.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and manage in vivo pharmacology studies.
• Lead day-to-day oversight of animal study cohorts.
• Quantify and interpret biomarkers of disease progression.

Skills

Rodent handling

Pharmacology

Data analysis

Education

BS in Biology, Physiology, Pharmacology or related discipline

Tools

Echocardiography

Western blotting

qPCR

Job description

A biotechnology firm in South San Francisco seeks a motivated Associate Scientist to support pharmacology efforts in muscle biology programs. Responsibilities include designing and managing in vivo studies, overseeing animal cohorts, and quantifying biomarkers. Candidates should have a BS with extensive research experience, particularly in rodent handling and molecular biology assays. The role offers competitive compensation in a collaborative environment focused on improving patient lives.