Toxicology Senior Research Associate, Preclinical Safety Assessment
Job in
Boston, Suffolk County, Massachusetts, 02108, USA
Listed on 2026-07-26
Listing for:
Vertex
Contract
position Listed on 2026-07-26
Job specializations:
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Clinical Research, Research Assistant/Associate, Biomedical Science
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Toxicology Senior Research Associate (Temporary), Preclinical Safety Assessment
The Toxicology Senior Research Associate will work to design human and preclinical animal in vitro models to support prioritization and de-risking of novel therapeutic agents throughout the drug discovery and development process. This position will work closely with stakeholders from several functional areas including toxicology, chemistry, DMPK, and research.
This is a 12 month contract with the chance to extend.
Key Responsibilities:
- Designs, executes, and interprets in vitro safety experiments, with a high degree of reliability
- Culture of complex cellular models for drug screening and proof of mechanism studies
- Contribute to the development and implementation of in vitro safety assays to support the selection and de-risking of potential drug candidates through close interactions with discovery toxicologists, medicinal chemists, and research functions
- Conducts own experimental troubleshooting on routine problems
- Maintains accurate and reliable record keeping including database management, notebooks, and all other pertinent documentation.
- Keeps up to date with current literature in area of expertise and participates in relevant continuing education activities
- Present studies effectively at internal group/department research meetings
- Flexible schedule, including willingness to work intermittent weekends, is required
Knowledge and Skills:
- Demonstrates technical proficiency and skill in planning, executing, and interpreting in vitro experiments
- Knowledge of cell and molecular biology and basic cell culture/sterile technique
- Basic data processing and statistical skills
- Excellent multi-tasking skills, attention to detail and ability to work independently
Education and Experience:
- Masters Degree (or equivalent degree) in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology or related science and 0-2 years of relevant employment experience, or
- Bachelors Degree (or equivalent degree) in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology or related science and 4+ years of relevant employment experience
$36 - $42/HR
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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