St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
Senior Scientist or Scientist - Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics (DMPK)
Memphis, TN · Senior
Sponsorship not specified$86k-$155kDetected 11 days ago
PharmacologyResearchMass SpectrometryAnimal StudiesCommunicationOrganizational Skills
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About the role
- We are seeking a highly motivated, hands-on scientist to join our academically-oriented team supporting primarily small-molecule drug discovery and development.
- This laboratory-based role requires direct execution of bioanalytical, in vitro DMPK, and in vivo PK studies.
- The successful candidate will have a track record of executing such work directly rather than managing or outsourcing it.
Responsibilities
- Develop and/or prepare preclinical formulations by dissolving or suspending test agents for in vivo dosing.
- Analyze data, maintain accurate records (LIMS, lab notebooks, reports), and communicate results to the Director and project team in a fast-paced environment.
- Performs other related duties as assigned in order to meet the goals of the department and institution.
- Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
- Independently designs and executes experiments to support drug discovery and development efforts within the area of expertise.
- Technology may support portions of our process, but recruiting decisions involve human review and engagement.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience with LC-MS/MS bioanalysis for small molecules.
- Working knowledge of preclinical formulation techniques (solutions and suspensions).
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to plan and work independently while collaborating effectively.
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline is required.
- Eight (8) years of relevant work experience is required.
- Six (6) years of relevant work experience is required with a Master's degree.
- Three (3) years of relevant work experience is required with a PhD.
- Ten (10) years relevant work experience is required.
- Eight (8) years of relevant work experience is required with a Master's degree.
- Five (5) years of relevant work experience is required with a PhD.
Nice to have
- non-regulated/discovery BA setting is acceptable).
Compensation
- In recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws, St.
- Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role.
- It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
- A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $104,000 - $186,160 per year for the role of Senior Scientist or Scientist - Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics (DMPK).
- $86,320.00 - $154,960.00
- $104,000.00 - $186,160.00
Benefits
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Company info
- Position Summary We are seeking a highly motivated, hands-on scientist to join our academically-oriented team supporting primarily small-molecule drug discovery and development.
- We are committed to a human-centered hiring experience.
Equal opportunity
- Jude is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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