Description
We are seeking an experienced Cancer Biologist for an Investigator role to support a growing portfolio of precision oncology assets.
The successful candidate will have a background in cancer biology with experience designing and executing biological studies to understand the mechanism of action small molecule cancer therapeutics.
Responsibilities:
- Work within a dynamic and global matrix team environment providing basic and translational biology support for target validation, drug discovery, and early clinical development of novel small molecule cancer therapies.
- Work independently to design, execute, and/or oversee impactful in vitro experiments to inform the development of portfolio assets.
- Champion innovative experimental techniques or technologies, including medium-throughput scalable assay development, target-specific mechanistic biology, and monotherapy and combination anti-cancer efficacy testing of assets.
- Build communication networks across the Oncology Research Unit and broader organization.
- Guide the maturation and de-risking of novel therapeutic concepts.
Basic Qualifications:
- BS, MS, or PhD in Cell, Molecular, or Cancer Biology, Pharmacology, or a related life sciences field.
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in designing, executing, and analyzing cellular and molecular biology experiments using small molecular therapeutics and a diverse array of current scientific techniques.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A minimum of 2 years of drug discovery experience in a biotech, preclinical CRO or pharmaceutical company.
- Deep knowledge in the field of molecular oncogenesis, signaling pathway, bivalent or molecular glue modality.
- Deep expertise in assay development in a drug discovery setting.
- Experience in applying genomic editing techniques to dissect target biology and drug mechanisms.
- Proven track record of scientific expertise and achievement in cell biology and cancer biology through peer-reviewed publications.
- Working knowledge of omic methods and databases.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Annual bonus based on company performance
- Healthcare and wellbeing programs
- Pension plan membership
- Shares and savings programme
- Performance with Choice programme offering remote or hybrid working model