受体生物学专题负责人(J24390)

Overview

WuXi AppTec is seeking a highly motivated and established associate director level candidate with deep and broad Knowledge in assay development, HTS/SAR screening, and data analysis to join us. This position will report to senior leader, lead a group of biologists to provide scientific services and solutions to our customers’ drug discovery research needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and guide a team to execute a variety of in vitro drug discovery projects, ensuring successful execution and delivering the best quality service.
• Actively contributes to ongoing and future collaborations with multiple partners in designing, developing, and executing novel in vitro biology assays to support drug discovery screening projects.
• Responsible for the preparation of multiple complex in vitro pharmacology project proposals based on client needs (Project proposals include plate-based pharmacology, SAR, assay development)
• Manage, motivate, train and develop scientists at lower levels to improve skills and productivity
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience / Education

• PhD degree in biology or related sciences
• Industry experience from CRO, biotech, and pharmaceutical companies is a plus
• Has expert skills in any of the following areas:

• o Cell-based assays, cellular pharmacology, and cell signaling
• o Cell line generation and advanced gene manipulation
• o GPCRs and transporters
• o SAR/HTS screening and data analysis

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Demonstrated broad experience in assay development, optimization, and screening
• Excellent time management and multi-tasking skills to lead the team to deliver multiple projects within timelines and compliance with all regulations
• Ability to work well in team settings, build collaborative relationships with management, partners and peers from diverse backgrounds
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with clients through emails, reports and presentations in clients’ meetings & TC.
• Computer skills: knowledge of data analysis and instrument software as well as Microsoft (MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), Prism.
• Fluent in both English and Chinese. Proficient in English communications with clients.