Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc

Scientist IV, Rodent Model

Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Inc • $100K — $120K *
Colbert, WA 99005In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • B.S./M.S./Ph.D. in parasitology, Animal Sciences or biological sciences with relevant years of experience in rodent models.
  • Experience in in vivo and in vitro screening specific to the Animal Health sector.
  • Proficiency with veterinary ectoparasites and endoparasites.
  • Solid grasp of pharmaceutical discovery processes and methodologies.
  • Strong project management abilities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with fluency in English.

Responsibilities

  • Implement and design new in vivo rodent parasite model SOPs for improved efficiency.
  • Maintain detailed records of assay capabilities including variability and throughput.
  • Provide strategic recommendations for assay implementations to enhance competitive positioning.
  • Contribute to team building and training in rodent model methodologies.
  • Establish guidelines for the validation and prioritization of new compounds.
  • Cultivate relationships with internal and external experts to promote collaboration.
  • Ensure intellectual property development and enhance the value of BI assets.

Benefits

  • Collaborative and innovative research environment.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and team development.
  • Engagement with key experts in Animal Health and parasitology.
  • Access to state-of-the-art research facilities.
  • Promoting a culture of scientific inquiry and excellence.
Full Job Description
Description

Conceptualize, validate and implement parasitological in vivo model work in Parasitology Research to meet Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health's Research needs. 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 provides scientific expertise to all early in vivo rodent model activities, both internal and external, assessing in vivo assay performance and capabilities (variability, throughput, etc.) especially at internal facility, to identify and implement new model technologies or approaches based on the needs of the program.

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Implement and help design new 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
  • Major contributor to building rodent model team over time and training additional team members. Support and promote a culture of scientific inquiry and discovery, contributing to a learning culture that delivers scientific excellence.
  • Develop guidelines for validation, interpretation and prioritization of new active molecules based on whole organism screening results
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key experts internally (AH and HP) and externally to facilitate a collaborative environment for identification, evaluation and progression of strategic opportunities. Establish and maintain a network of external experts, including CROs, for rodent parasite model usage.
  • Ensure IP development and long-term value of BI assets.
  • 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.


Requirements

  • B.S. from an accredited institution in parasitology, Animal Sciences or biological sciences with at least eight (8) years of relevant experience in parasite rodent models and other in vivo or in vitro screening in an Animal Health company; Or
  • M.S. from an accredited institution in parasitology, Animal Sciences or biological sciences with at least four (4) years of relevant experience in parasite rodent models and other in vivo or in vitro screening in an Animal Health company; Or
  • Ph.D. from an accredited institution in parasitology, Animal Sciences or biological sciences with zero to two (0-2) years of relevant experience in parasite rodent models and other in vivo or in vitro screening in an Animal Health company.
  • Relevant experience in rodent model organization and parasite models in particular and other in vivo species in an Animal Health company in parasitology with thorough knowledge of parasites of Pets and Ruminants.
  • 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
  • Demonstrated project management skills
  • Work independently in a team and in a self-directed manner in close alignment with AD Rodent model Parasitology
  • Strong communication, interpersonal and intercultural skills allowing effective interaction across other groups in BIAH R&D 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

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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Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
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