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Senior Scientist - Bioscience Immunology
Location:
Gaithersburg, MD
Description:
Senior Scientist , Bioscience Immunology, Early Respiratory and Immunology Our expanding Bioscience Immunology group at AstraZeneca is looking for an experienced lab-based Senior Scientist . The candidate will help support development of novel therapies from concept to preclinical work. This drug discovery research position will support and collaborate with a research team to identify and validate disease-modifying molecular targets and support the progression of drug development projects to clinic. Areas of primary disease interest include gastro- and rheumatological immune diseases. Areas of research biology interest include understanding of myeloid/T cell/B cell autoimmune regulation, tissue damage/repair and autoimmune disease modeling. Location: Gaithersburg, MD Main Duties and Responsibilities As a Senior Scientist you will have a unique opportunity to contribute to the success of AZ Bioscience Immunology drug discovery pipeline. You will conduct hands-on primary cell culturing, immune functional assays and phenotyping. You will manipulate and characterize immune primary cells and cell lines, design and conduct laboratory experiments, develop methodology, generate, and interpret scientific data, and communicate results to manager and team members. It is also expected that at the Senior Scientist level you maintain level of expertise through evaluation of scientific literature and apply and interprets principles, theories, concepts and techniques in immunology and drug discovery field. Essential Skills: PhD degree with 3-6 year working experience in Immunology or related discipline. Strong hands-on skills in in vitro immunology, including immune cell isolation, culture and functional assays, basic biochemical and molecular techniques, including quantification of mRNA (qPCR) and protein expression, ELISA, Western Blotting, and Flow Cytometry assays. Ability to plan your time effectively and efficiently. Ability of multi-task. Self-motivated and highly organized, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team to conduct a high-level research project. Attention to detail and excellent ability to summarize, record, and present research findings High level of enthusiasm for innovative scientific research leading to the discovery and development of novel therapeutics. Desirable Skills: A research background in human immunology, immune-mediated diseases, and translational approaches to understanding basic biological mechanisms in disease is highly desired. Biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry experience is preferred. About AstraZeneca AstraZeneca is a global, science-driven biopharmaceutical company. We are dedicated to discovering, developing, and delivering innovative, meaningful medicines and healthcare solutions that enrich the lives of patients. The vision of AstraZeneca Early Respiratory & Immunology is centered on delivering life-changing products that advance world health and help fight and cure disease. Early Respiratory & Immunology is one of three main therapeutic research areas within AstraZeneca that deliver candidate drugs into late-stage clinical development. Here, you'll have the opportunity to make a difference in people's lives every day.AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements. Date Posted 11-Jun-2024 Closing Date 27-Jun-2024Our mission is to build an inclusive and equitable environment. We want people to feel they belong at AstraZeneca and Alexion, starting with our recruitment process. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of characteristics. We offer reasonable adjustments/accommodations to help all candidates to perform at their best. If you have a need for any adjustments/accommodations, please complete the section in the application form.AstraZeneca requires all US employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 but will consider requests for reasonable accommodations as required by applicable law.
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