Scientist – In Vitro Pharmacology

BS/BA degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, including practical experience with a broad range of in vitro biological assays (experience with GPCR pharmacology is desired)
MS/MA degree in Molecular Pharmacology or related field and some similar experience as noted above OR
PhD in Molecular Pharmacology or related field with similar experience as noted above
Experience and knowledge of mammalian cell culture and techniques
Outstanding experimental design, problem-solving, and data analysis skills
Experience using laboratory automation, inventory systems, data analysis (curve fitting, determination of potency, affinity, efficacy) and informatics systems
Good knowledge of human physiology (nervous and endocrine systems)
Enthusiasm for developing an expanding technical and theoretical knowledge base
Excellent communication (written and verbal), time management, organizational and interpersonal skills to ensure operational excellence of daily laboratory needs
Embody Neurocrine’s core values of Passion, Collaboration, Tenacity, Innovation, and Integrity

Develop, perform, and optimize routine assays to support lead identification
Responsible for generating high quality data and contributing to data analysis and reporting
Rapidly learn and implement new assays and analysis methods
Track and document assay performance
Effectively multitask and advance various projects simultaneously without compromising data quality or reproducibility
Work independently as well as in a team environment toward timely execution of shared team deliverables