We are seeking a motivated, creative, and meticulous bench scientist with a track record in developing 3D Cell and Tissue Models. The candidate will join the Translational Models group within our Human Biology department in GSK’s Research Technologies organization at the Upper Providence site in the United States. The translational model teams’ mission is to improve predictive and translational value of preclinical 3D cell and tissue models for identification of new targets, mechanism of action, efficacy, safety and metabolism. We aim to ultimately use these systems to refine, reduce, and replace animal models. Our group engages in dynamic, matrixed collaborative projects across therapeutic areas working closely with research units and technology platform groups.
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. By uniting science, technology, and talent, we are committed to getting ahead of disease together.
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This role will provide YOU the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career. These responsibilities include some of the following:
Perform assays to characterize cells, organoids, micro physiological systems and 3D bio printed constructs.
Fabricate and test microfluidic devices for cell and tissue phenotypes.
Maintain inventory of cells, reagents and assays to support a matrix team in a cross-functional environment to ensure optimal delivery of project and department objectives to the highest possible scientific standard.
Support protocol development, maintenance of laboratory equipment and conduct routine experiments to advance therapeutic pipeline.
We are looking for professionals with these required skills to achieve our goals:
Bachelor’s in biomedical engineering, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences or related discipline.
1+ years’ experience in primary cells, induced pluripotent stem cells and tissue-derived stem cells.
Experience with biological assays including imaging-based analysis.
If you have the following characteristics, it would be a plus:
Masters degree
3+ years of experience in microfabrication and microfluidics based in vitro models.
Experience in supporting research and development of multicellular 3D in vitro models
Significant laboratory work with histopathology, flow cytometry/FACS, ELISA/Luminex/MSD, qPCR and confocal microscopy.
Prior knowledge on integration of automation technologies with microfabricated systems.
Experience with CAD, MS office, complex data analysis and statistical software
Excellent written and oral communication skills
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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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