Requisition ID 13129BR
Title Sr. Research Scientist- Translational Research, Cellular Immunology
Job Category Research & Development
Job Description PURPOSE:
The Cellular Immunology department is engaged in identifying, evaluating, and validating potential protein-based lead candidates and protein-drug targets in the area of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. The incumbent will provide leadership for NNRC’s pre-clinical translational immunology research activities, developing and executing plans for ex vivo target engagement, occupancy and biomarker assays as well as mechanism of action studies with human patient material. The candidate will bring specific expertise in the underlying pathological processes of autoimmune diseases and will come with a track record of successfully enabling the transition of therapeutic candidates into clinical development through translational research activities. The incumbent will collaborate with external partners as well as across NN departments and research sites.
RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports to the Director, Cellular Immunology at Novo Nordisk Inflammation Research Center (NNRC). Supervise the work of at least one Research Associate
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
SCIENTIFIC ROLE:
• Work within project teams to develop dose guiding and target engagement biomarker strategies.
• Design, develop, and execute studies with patient samples for mechanism of action and biomarker assessment.
• Provide insights into clinical aspects of disease.
• Use translational research expertise to advise projects on relevant patient populations and therapeutic differentiation strategies
• Recommend research directions and implement technologies for the department’s activities, which include functional cell-based immunological assays and approaches for discovering and validating targets.
• Actively review patents and patent applications in areas of research relevance and identify opportunities.
• Assume responsibility for project design and implementation.
• Communicate regularly with international colleagues within Novo Nordisk.
• Day to day supervision of research personnel in Cellular Immunology.
• Develop and manage relevant research protocols in support of pre-clinical translational research efforts
• Draft scientific reports and prepare presentation slides.
• Implement and supervise laboratory studies in support of autoimmunity and inflammation research.
• Interpret and properly document experimental data.
• Maintain current awareness of scientific literature in core disease areas.
• Provide a safe and functional research environment.
• Provide unified research-driven innovation and continuous improvement within own Department and across Departments.
• Work with Director to define and implement therapy area-focused research strategies consistent with organizational goals.
MEDICAL AND RESEARCH COMMUNITY LIAISON:
• Ensure scientific representation at external scientific meetings and conferences.
• Expand existing external research network.
• In compliance with the research strategy and in collaboration with the project teams, identify and expand external research contacts.
• Publicize internally meeting results and collaborative opportunities.
• Write, review and approve collaborative research manuscripts.
SCIENTIFIC SUPPORT FOR OTHER COMPANY ACTIVITIES:
• Oversee company interactions with the expert community (i.e. Advisory Boards, scientific meetings, etc.).
• Provide development opportunities at other company sites.
• Provide internal education and ongoing scientific support as needed.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Approximately 20% overnight travel
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
• A PhD, M.D. / PhD, or equivalent with minimum 7 years relevant industry required.
• Prior research or related experience in autoimmunity and inflammation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required.
• Excellent interpersonal and motivational skills.
• Extensive experience in pre-clinical translational research in Autoimmunity/Inflammation with a focus on use of patient samples, development of ex vivo assays.
• Experience in the supervision and training of technical staff highly preferred.
• Flexibility and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment are required.
• Industry experience with protein-based biologics or small molecules
• Proven innovative skills.
• Knowledge of the biopharmaceutical development process.
• Strong cellular immunology training and background.
• Strong experience and background in autoimmune diseases and Inflammation.
Department NNRC - CELLULAR IMMUNOLOGY
Position Location US - Seattle, WA
City Seattle
State/Provinces US - WA
Degree Required Doctorate Degree Required
Percent Travel 10 - 20%
Title Sr. Research Scientist- Translational Research, Cellular Immunology
Job Category Research & Development
Job Description PURPOSE:
The Cellular Immunology department is engaged in identifying, evaluating, and validating potential protein-based lead candidates and protein-drug targets in the area of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. The incumbent will provide leadership for NNRC’s pre-clinical translational immunology research activities, developing and executing plans for ex vivo target engagement, occupancy and biomarker assays as well as mechanism of action studies with human patient material. The candidate will bring specific expertise in the underlying pathological processes of autoimmune diseases and will come with a track record of successfully enabling the transition of therapeutic candidates into clinical development through translational research activities. The incumbent will collaborate with external partners as well as across NN departments and research sites.
RELATIONSHIPS:
Reports to the Director, Cellular Immunology at Novo Nordisk Inflammation Research Center (NNRC). Supervise the work of at least one Research Associate
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
SCIENTIFIC ROLE:
• Work within project teams to develop dose guiding and target engagement biomarker strategies.
• Design, develop, and execute studies with patient samples for mechanism of action and biomarker assessment.
• Provide insights into clinical aspects of disease.
• Use translational research expertise to advise projects on relevant patient populations and therapeutic differentiation strategies
• Recommend research directions and implement technologies for the department’s activities, which include functional cell-based immunological assays and approaches for discovering and validating targets.
• Actively review patents and patent applications in areas of research relevance and identify opportunities.
• Assume responsibility for project design and implementation.
• Communicate regularly with international colleagues within Novo Nordisk.
• Day to day supervision of research personnel in Cellular Immunology.
• Develop and manage relevant research protocols in support of pre-clinical translational research efforts
• Draft scientific reports and prepare presentation slides.
• Implement and supervise laboratory studies in support of autoimmunity and inflammation research.
• Interpret and properly document experimental data.
• Maintain current awareness of scientific literature in core disease areas.
• Provide a safe and functional research environment.
• Provide unified research-driven innovation and continuous improvement within own Department and across Departments.
• Work with Director to define and implement therapy area-focused research strategies consistent with organizational goals.
MEDICAL AND RESEARCH COMMUNITY LIAISON:
• Ensure scientific representation at external scientific meetings and conferences.
• Expand existing external research network.
• In compliance with the research strategy and in collaboration with the project teams, identify and expand external research contacts.
• Publicize internally meeting results and collaborative opportunities.
• Write, review and approve collaborative research manuscripts.
SCIENTIFIC SUPPORT FOR OTHER COMPANY ACTIVITIES:
• Oversee company interactions with the expert community (i.e. Advisory Boards, scientific meetings, etc.).
• Provide development opportunities at other company sites.
• Provide internal education and ongoing scientific support as needed.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Approximately 20% overnight travel
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
• A PhD, M.D. / PhD, or equivalent with minimum 7 years relevant industry required.
• Prior research or related experience in autoimmunity and inflammation.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills required.
• Excellent interpersonal and motivational skills.
• Extensive experience in pre-clinical translational research in Autoimmunity/Inflammation with a focus on use of patient samples, development of ex vivo assays.
• Experience in the supervision and training of technical staff highly preferred.
• Flexibility and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment are required.
• Industry experience with protein-based biologics or small molecules
• Proven innovative skills.
• Knowledge of the biopharmaceutical development process.
• Strong cellular immunology training and background.
• Strong experience and background in autoimmune diseases and Inflammation.
Department NNRC - CELLULAR IMMUNOLOGY
Position Location US - Seattle, WA
City Seattle
State/Provinces US - WA
Degree Required Doctorate Degree Required
Percent Travel 10 - 20%