Research Scientist – In-vivo Drug Discovery Pharmacology

Research Scientist – In-vivo Drug Discovery Pharmacology – 6970

Our client is a leading global player in the Pharmaceutical industry with global headquarters in Basel, Switzerland. They are undergoing a transformation with respect to culture and outside perception. The organisation focusses on novel therapies in Oncology and Ophthalmology and is also currently developing a world-leading pipeline in Neuroscience and Dermatology with one of the strongest pipelines of Phase II/III studies in the world.

For our client's Biomedical Research team, we are seeking a suitable candidate for a Research Associate position in Oncology Drug Discovery Pharmacology
. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced, motivated, and ambitious scientist looking to build on a successful career in a dynamic, fast-paced drug discovery environment.

This role is 6 months contract with high chances of extension to be based in Basel.

• Conducting a range of in vivo pharmacology studies in rodents, using imaging technologies such as ultrasound, micro-CT, bioluminescence, and MRI to evaluate tumor biology and assess the effects of novel therapeutic candidates
• Independently planning, executing, analyzing, and interpreting experiments as an in vivo pharmacologist, under the guidance of a lab head
• Collaborating closely with pharmacologists and cross-functional expert teams across the global Oncology Drug Discovery Research organization and beyond

• Relevant working/residency permit or Swiss/EU-Citizenship required
• MSc
  , BSc or qualified Lab Technician (apprenticeship/vocational training) in Pharmacology,
  Cellular Biology
  , or other relevant discipline
• Basic education in laboratory animal science
  : LTK Module 1 or equivalent
• Hands‑on experience conducting in vivo studies in mice
• Experience with cellular and molecular biology methods
  , such as qRT PCR, immunoblotting, cell culture, transient and stable cell line generation, and ELISA
• Experience with basic bioinformatics tools for experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation is an advantage
• Knowledge of cancer biology and signaling pathways is preferred
• Experience working successfully in a high productivity, high quality research environment
• Strong communication skills in English and the ability to work independently within a global team
• Proven ability to effectively collaborate in an interdisciplinary team environment and across sites
• Highly collaborative and self‑motivated team player