Planet Pharma

A research scientist in the ion channel pharmacology team will utilize multiple modern techniques to expand our understanding of ion channel pharmacology and guide our ion channel-focused drug discovery efforts.. This is a full-time contract position located in Pittsburgh, PA reporting to the Associate Director of ion channel pharmacology.. Skilled in manual patch-clamp electrophysiology, automated patch-clamp electrophysiology (APC) or multielectrode array (MEA) techniques.. BS/MS degree in Neuroscience, Pharmacology, Cell Biology, or a related discipline with a minimum of 3+ years of experience in in vitro pharmacology in academia/biotech/pharma.. Conduct tissue culture, including recombinant cell lines, primary neurons, and Induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC)-neurons.

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Our client has a couple Biology roles that are Contract-to-Hire, in their lab in Pittsburgh, PA (onsite) Location: Pittsburgh, PA Type: Contract-to-Hire; likely to hired on FTE/permanent around 6-months A research scientist in the ion channel pharmacology team will utilize multiple modern techniques to expand our understanding of ion channel pharmacology and guide our ion channel-focused drug discovery efforts. This is a full-time contract position located in Pittsburgh, PA reporting to the Associate Director of ion channel pharmacology. Salary and title will be commensurate with level of experience. Qualifications:<ul><li>Skilled in manual patch-clamp electrophysiology, automated patch-clamp electrophysiology (APC) or multielectrode array (MEA) techniques.</li><li>Solid background in mammalian cell culture, neuronal cultures, tissue harvesting and dissection of various brain regions.</li><li>BS/MS degree in Neuroscience, Pharmacology, Cell Biology, or a related discipline with a minimum of 3+ years of experience in in vitro pharmacology in academia/biotech/pharma.</li></ul> Responsibilities:<ul><li>Conduct tissue culture, including recombinant cell lines, primary neurons, and Induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC)-neurons.</li><li>Implement whole-cell patch-clamp, APC, or multielectrode array (MEA) assays for pharmacological characterization of small molecules.</li><li>Analyze, summarize, and present research findings in internal meetings</li><li>Integrate and engage with a cross-disciplinary team of biologists, chemists and biochemists.</li><li>Basic lab responsibilities include following SOPs, careful record keeping, following lab safety regulations and participation in team meetings.</li><li>The successful applicant will possess the following personal qualifications, with the ability to articulate examples of key achievements and characteristics: Excellent listening, speaking, and writing skills.</li><li>Effective problem-solving skills and behaviors.</li><li>Collaborative skills, including respect for alternate views.</li><li>A commitment to goals, a sense of urgency in fulfilling ambitious objectives, with high personal performance standards and self-accountability.</li></ul> Pay Rate: $31.25-$38.50/hour during contract period. Upon conversion salary will be around $65-80K

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