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Description
Scientist I, Discovery, Frontier Biology
About Astellas
At Astellas we are making treatments that matter to people.
We are tackling the toughest health challenges putting the patient at the heart of every move we make.
Our global vision for Patient Centricity is to support the development of innovative health solutions through a deep understanding of the patient experience. At Astellas, Patient Centricity isn’t a buzzword - it’s a guiding principle for action. We believe all staff have a role to play in creating a patient-centric culture and integrating an awareness of the patient into our everyday working practices, regardless of our role, team or division.
We have developed ground-breaking, innovative medicines in immunology, oncology and urology. Our medicines are extending and saving the lives of cancer patients, making transplantation possible and improving the quality of life for those living with conditions where needs are often overlooked.
We take a patient-focused approach, that allows us to convert brilliant early science into treatments and solutions that directly improve and save patients’ lives.
From lab to clinic to patient, we focus on the most promising science, empower the best talent to pursue it, and develop life-changing solutions alongside the best partners.
The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-performing research team based in Cambridge, UK.
As a Scientist I, you will be reporting directly to the Head of Cancer Biology. This position plays a vital role in advancing the company’s early-stage drug discovery pipeline through high-quality bench research and the execution of both in vitro and in vivo assays.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct in vitro and/or in vivo studies that support the progression of early-stage drug discovery projects.
- Design, develop, and execute a broad range of assays and pharmacological models, with a focus on novel targets and drug candidates.
- Interpret experimental data, perform statistical analysis, and communicate findings clearly within internal project meetings and reports.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date experimental records and ensure the scientific integrity of all data generated.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners to align on program goals and study designs.
Essential Knowledge & Experience
- Strong knowledge of drug discovery processes, particularly in non-clinical research settings.
- Proficiency in mammalian cell culture and tissue handling techniques.
- Solid background in molecular biology, including experience with DNA, RNA, and protein-based methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability to design and perform in vitro and/or in vivo assays with high scientific rigor.
- Hands-on experience in assay development, especially for novel targets or therapeutic modalities.
Preferred Experience
- Demonstrated ability to handle complex datasets and translate them into actionable insights.
- Experience in the development and validation of non-clinical pharmacological models.
Education
- MS degree, PhD degree or equivalent.
Additional Information
- This is a permanent full-time position.
- Position is based in Cambridge, UK.
- This position will require on-site work, as you will be working in a laboratory setting, with state-of-the-art equipment.
- Occasional travel may be required for collaboration with external partners or attendance at scientific meetings.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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