Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc

AD, Rodent Model Parasitology

Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S./M.S. in parasitology, Animal Sciences, or biological sciences with 10 years of experience, or a Ph.D. in parasitology with 3 years of relevant experience.
  • Extensive knowledge of veterinary ectoparasites and endoparasites.
  • Strong expertise in in vivo model methodologies specific to parasitology.
  • Solid background in pharmaceutical discovery and research processes.
  • Understanding of the current parasitology market.
  • Demonstrated project management capabilities and independence in work.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with fluency in English; proficiency in another language is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and implementation of in vivo rodent parasite model standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Maintain a detailed record of assay capabilities, including variability and throughput.
  • Develop strategic recommendations for assay implementation to gain competitive advantages.
  • Create guidelines for validation and prioritization of active molecules based on screening results.
  • Build a network of external experts and CROs for enhancing rodent parasite model usage.
  • Collaborate with the Parasitology Discovery Team and other technical functions.
  • Propose solutions for improving rodent model methodologies and advancing hit-to-lead processes.
  • Manage and develop the rodent lab team, providing continuous training and support.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead innovative pharmaceutical research projects.
  • Access to a network of external experts and collaborations.
  • Involvement in a cutting-edge research field with significant impact on Animal Health.
  • Support for professional development and team growth.
  • Collaborative environment focused on scientific validation and optimization.
Full Job Description
Description

Lead Rodent Model team responsible for parasitological in vivo model work in Parasitology Discovery. Provide leadership to insure the progression of innovative pharmaceutical research projects that can be developed to meet Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health's business needs, leveraging Market Requirements. The incumbent leads all early in vivo rodent model activities, both internal and external, is in charge of assessing in vivo assay performance and capabilities (variability, throughput, etc.) especially at Contract Research Organization (CRO), to identify and implement new model technologies or approaches based on the needs of the program.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Design ' implement the in vivo rodent parasite model SOPs to minimize cycle time and maximize physiological relevance
  • Create and maintain an efficient record of current assay capabilities, including variability, throughput etc.
  • Develop recommendations and justification for which assays represent a potential competitive advantage or commodity to guide strategy for assay implementation in-house
  • Develop guidelines for validation, interpretation and prioritization of new active molecules based on whole organism screening results
  • Establish and maintain a network of external experts, including CROs, for rodent parasite model usage
  • Leverage strong interpersonal skills to interact closely with the Parasitology Discovery Team and whole Discovery team and other internal and/or external technical functions and resources to contribute delivering a thorough biological validation package to support Lead confirmation and med.-chem. optimization chemistry plan
  • Assess needs and propose solutions for rodent model expertise or approaches to improve models and with this hit-to-lead cascade
  • Manage, lead and develop a rodent lab team over time and continuously train the team (and additional team members)


Requirements

  • B.S./M.S. from an accredited institution in parasitology, Animal Sciences or biological sciences, with at least ten (10) years of relevant experience in parasite rodent models and other in vivo or in vitro screening in an Animal Health company; Or a Ph.D. from an accredited institution in parasitology with thorough knowledge of parasites of Pets and Ruminants, with at least three (3) years of relevant experience.
  • Good knowledge of the veterinary pre-clinical parasitology research field
  • Excellent expertise on most major veterinary ectoparasites and endoparasites and in vivo model methodology
  • Solid working knowledge of pharmaceutical discovery and research
  • Good understanding of parasitology market place
  • Demonstrated project management skills
  • Work independently in a self-directed manner
  • Strong communication, interpersonal and intercultural skills allowing effective interaction across other groups in BIAH R'D and with external CRO and academic collaborators
  • Fluency in English is mandatory and ability to communicate in another language such as French or German is beneficial but not mandatory


Eligibility Requirements :
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
  • Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.

About Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc

Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a research-driven pharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and manufactures prescription medicines. The company's mission is to improve the health and quality of life of patients by developing innovative therapies. Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a subsidiary of Boehringer Ingelheim Corporation, which is headquartered in Ingelheim, Germany. The company's research and development efforts focus on respiratory diseases, immunology, oncology, and diseases of the central nervous system. Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc. was founded in 1885 and is based in Ridgefield, Connecticut.
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