Scientist, Ophthalmology

Alkahest is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing novel therapeutics to target diseases of aging, including ophthalmic and neurologic diseases. We are seeking a highly motivated and driven Associate Scientist or Scientist who will be a part of Alkahest’s Translational Sciences team and will be key in advancing our ophthalmology programs.

You should be an independent and creative researcher passionate about building a platform to elucidate mechanisms of degeneration, inflammation, and vascular dysfunction in ophthalmic diseases. The successful candidate will use a combination of histological, biochemical, and functional assays to assess disease and drug mechanisms, and drive biomarker discovery.

This role requires dedication, flexibility, excellent communication, and organization. You will interact with teams from discovery research, translational and clinical departments to drive multiple projects in parallel in the advancement of our therapeutic pipeline and clinical studies. You will also have the opportunity to mentor junior associates, present at external conferences, and publish high-impact research.

Alkahest offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, annual bonus potential, opportunities for career growth and development, and a work environment that is collaborative, collegial and fun.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Design, execute, and analyze in vivo and in vitro mechanistic studies
• Identify and support implementation of new models and technologies in vision research
• Support clinical biomarker development, implementation, and analysis
• Assume ownership of projects and make strategic decisions based on critical evaluation of data
• Design, manage, and troubleshoot CRO and/or collaborator studies
• Contribute to oral and written scientific reports, IND filings, and clinical protocols
• Stay current with technological advances and scientific literature

• MS with 2-5 years or PhD with 0-3 years of advancing industry and/or academic lab experience
• Experience with in vivo and/or cell-based models of ophthalmic diseases is highly preferred
• Proficiency with biochemical, molecular, and histological techniques is necessary
• Experience with techniques for in vivo assessment of retinal structure and function is desired
• Experience with retinal cell culture and in vitro assays is desired
• Must have track record of independent research, creative and analytical thinking, and multi-tasking
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment
• Attention to detail, and strong organizational and communication skills 

Apply today!  We'd love to meet you. 

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