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USA - Massachusetts - Cambridge, United States of America
Onsite
Business Introduction
At GSK, we have bold ambitions for patients, aiming to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade. Our R&D focuses on discovering and delivering vaccines and medicines, combining our understanding of the immune system with cutting-edge technology to transform people’s lives. GSK fosters a culture ambitious for patients, accountable for impact, and committed to doing the right thing, making sure that we focus our efforts on accelerating significant assets that meet patients’ needs and have the highest probability of success. We’re uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together.
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Position Summary
GSK is seeking a highly motivated, flexible and independent Principal Scientist to join the Oligo Discovery Biology Team. This team is responsible for the in vitro based screening of oligos in support of portfolio and platform projects. This individual will establish, validate, and execute a variety of cell-based assays to help evaluate various oligo modalities such as siRNA, SSO’s and ADAR editing oligos. You will work closely with discovery scientists, automation engineers, and data analysts. We value hands-on problem solvers who communicate clearly, learn quickly, and take ownership to make measurable impact.
Responsibilities
This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:
Independently design and execute cell and molecular biology-based experiments evaluating oligonucleotide activity and specificity in support of portfolio and platform projects
Establish new, robust and reproducible cell based assays using both immortalized and primary cells as required
Analyze and present experimental data, and clear summaries with recommended next steps to broader GSK teams
Lead and participate in discussions with cross functional teams to support lead discovery.
Mentor and coach early-career scientists, promote good lab practices, and support high-quality experimental records.
Why You?
Basic Qualification
We are seeking professionals with the following required skills and qualifications to help us achieve our goals
MS with 8+ years or BS with 11+ years of experience in molecular or cell biology or related field with including experience with various cell types/systems such as CNS, Liver, Lung, Kidney and Adipose
Experience in cell and molecular based assay development including extensive RNA isolation and qPCR experience
Experience with oligonucleotide biology, including in vitro testing of antisense oligos (ASO’s), siRNA, splice switching oligos (SSO’s) or Oligos for RNA editing
Preferred Qualification
If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus
Experience with protein evaluation techniques such as Western blots and ELISA.
Experience with high throughput, cell-based screening assays, for oligonucleotide therapeutics (siRNA, ASO, SSO, or RNA Editing Oligos)
Experience with adipose cells and complex cell models is a plus
Track record of method transfer to contract research organizations or external collaborators.
Team oriented and adaptable: Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to contribute to various team efforts and adapt with evolving project needs and priorities.
Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional programs and mentoring scientists.
Contributions to peer-reviewed publications, patents, or presentations in oligonucleotide or RNA biology.
Sense of urgency, flexibility, independence, and accountability
Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels both inside and outside of the organization.
Maintain a high level of integrity while balancing multiple priorities and responsibilities.
Must be a committed team player prepared to work in and embrace a team-based culture.
Independent individual with strong initiative to stay current with scientific literature and industry trends
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Why GSK?
Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.
GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.
People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.
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