Principal Scientist, In Vivo Pharmacology

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$140,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr

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Kelly Science & Clinical is seeking a Senior or Principal Scientist, In Vivo Pharmacology for a direct hire opportunity with one of our clients, a stealth-mode biotechnology company in the Los Angeles, CA area. If you are driven by the prospect of translating cutting-edge scientific discoveries into tangible advancements and are poised to advance your career, join us as we pioneer progress in the biotechnology industry.

Salary range: $ 140,000 -160,000/year

Company Description

Join a pioneering stealth-mode biotechnology company at the forefront of developing next-generation brain shuttling strategies for neurological disorders. Our client is passionate about driving innovations that transform therapeutic delivery to the brain, poised to address some of the most challenging medical needs today.

Position Summary: We are on the hunt for an exceptionally skilled Principal Scientist who is not only knowledgeable in in vivo pharmacology and bioanalytical sciences but also eager to spearhead IND-enabling studies. This role is pivotal in propelling our client’s CNS-targeted therapeutic programs forward. The successful candidate will report directly to the VP of Research and take charge of preclinical development, from conceptual study design and execution to insightful data interpretation and dynamic cross-functional collaboration. We seek a visionary with robust expertise in biologics—including antibodies, oligonucleotides, and peptides—and proficiency in bioanalytical methods, coupled with strong team leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Innovatively design and execute cutting-edge in vivo pharmacology studies integral to discovery and IND-enabling research.
• Lead bioanalytical strategies, employing precise quantitative assays (ELISA, MSD, qPCR, LC/MS, histological methods) to scrutinize biodistribution, exposure, and pharmacodynamics.
• Act as a crucial scientific liaison with CROs, academic collaborators, and internal stakeholders.
• Foster cross-functional collaborations, ensuring seamless alignment with developmental objectives.
• Offer profound interpretations of preclinical study data and actively contribute to regulatory submissions, especially IND packages.
• Inspire, manage, and mentor upcoming talent—junior scientists and research associates.
• Drive strategic planning for CNS programs, evaluating breakthrough drug delivery platforms and therapeutic possibilities.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in pharmacology, neuroscience, bioengineering, or a related field, backed by over 8 years of influential industry experience.
• Comprehensive expertise in drug development spanning discovery through preclinical stages, culminating in IND-enabling achievements.
• Proven history of executing IND-enabling studies with insightful data integration.
• Solid experience with large-molecule therapeutics (antibodies, oligonucleotides, peptides) using in vivo models.
• Profound understanding of bioanalytical techniques relevant to PK/PD and biodistribution studies.
• Preferred experience in CNS drug delivery or CNS disease models.
• Exceptional leadership skills with demonstrated success in team management and mentoring.
• Outstanding communication, organizational, and leadership acumen.

Why Join Us:

Be a vital part of a trailblazing team where your contributions are valued and impactful. Embrace the opportunity to innovate in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, advancing the future of treatment for neurological disorders.

If your qualifications align with the requirements of this role, we invite you to apply and take the next step in your career journey. Rest assured, even if this opportunity isn't the perfect match, your profile will remain within our network, ensuring you're connected to a wealth of future opportunities in the field of science and clinical research.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Science and Research

• Industries

  Biotechnology Research and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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