Scientist I, Inflammation Research Job

Celgene Corporation is committed to delivering innovative therapies designed to improve the lives of patients worldwide. We are a global biopharmaceutical company with operations in more than 70 countries that is helping to turn incurable cancers into chronic, manageable conditions. We are seeking talented professionals as we continue to grow and advance our efforts in oncology, hematology and immune and inflammatory disease. If you would like to join a company where you can make a difference, please consider the Celgene family.

Ph.D. in Biology or related scientific field with at least 3 years of postdoctoral experience, preferred. Or a Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline with at least 10 years work experience or Master's degree with at least 8 years work experience.

Summary/Scope
A full-time Scientist position is now available in the Inflammation Research department of Celgene, San Diego, CA. Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree in Biology or related field with at least 3 years of postdoctoral experience. Applicants with a Bachelors or Masters degree with at least 8 years of required expertise with drug discovery experience may also be considered. The qualified candidate will have demonstrated success with independent research and problem solving in cell biology. Technical excellence and an understanding of cell contractile mechanisms and/or fibroproliferative disease is highly desired. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required as you will work as an influential member of a drug discovery team.

Inflammation Research validates drug targets, develops novel cellular assays, and uses these assays to evaluate new chemical entities and to profile, in depth, the molecular activity of candidate compounds. The group also provides translational science support to clinical studies involving our drug candidates. Celgene is a multinational biopharmaceutical company and our mission is to deliver innovative medicines to patients with severe unmet needs in the area of cancer, and inflammatory and autoimmune disease.

RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO, THE FOLLOWING:

1. Validating quantitative cell assays. Maintaining quality control and integrating assay results into workflows. Presenting and explaining scientific data.
2. Member of drug discovery team(s). Responsible for delivering critical cell data on time.
3. Profiling compounds and exploring mechanism of action using cell assays.
4. Keeping up to date on relevant literature. Recommending new drug targets, assays, project concepts and researching information to support recommendations.
5. Supervision of associate staff.