TEMP - Associate Scientist, DMPK

Who We Are:

Neurocrine Biosciences is a leading biopharmaceutical company with a simple purpose: to relieve suffering for people with great needs. We are dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing life-changing treatments for patients with under-addressed neurological, psychiatric, endocrine and immunological disorders. The company's diverse portfolio includes FDA-approved treatments for tardive dyskinesia, chorea associated with Huntington's disease, classic congenital adrenal hyperplasia, hyperphagia in Prader-Willi syndrome, endometriosis* and uterine fibroids*, as well as a robust pipeline including multiple compounds in mid- to late-phase clinical development across our core therapeutic areas. For more than three decades, we have applied our unique insight into neuroscience and the interconnections between brain and body systems to treat complex conditions. We relentlessly pursue medicines to ease the burden of debilitating diseases and disorders, because you deserve brave science. For more information, visit neurocrine.com, and follow the company on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and YouTube. (*in collaboration with AbbVie)

About the Role:

Performs in-vitro drug metabolism studies to assess the drug-like properties of drug candidates.

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Your Contributions (include, but are not limited to):

• Conducts in vitro experiments to characterize the DMPK properties of investigational drugs

• Analyzes and assists in the reporting of high-quality data in a timely manner

• Aids in the optimization of existing in vitro DMPK methods and in the development and implementation of new methods

• Works collaboratively with other scientists, technicians and colleagues as part of the Metabolism and Enzymology function

• Understands and interprets study protocols/SOP's to ensure that the tasks are conducted accurately

• Other duties may be assigned as necessary

Requirements:

• BS/BA degree and some relevant experience preferred

• Able to execute experiments efficiently and suggest process improvements

• Able to recognize patterns or inconsistencies in data results

• Able to deduce meaningful results while conducting routine analyses or troubleshoot minor issues. Good knowledge of one scientific discipline

• Developing knowledge of scientific principles, methods and techniques

• Good knowledge and some experience working with discipline specific laboratory equipment/tools

• Ability to work as part of a team

• Good computer skills

• Developing communications, problem-solving, analytical thinking, planning and organization skills

• Detail oriented

• Understands importance of meeting deadlines

• Some experience using laboratory automation

• Some experience in conducting in vitro DMPK or related experiments

The pay you should reasonably expect to receive is $35.35 - $49.95 per hour. Decisions depend on various factors, such as primary work location, complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills.

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​Neurocrine Biosciences is an EEO/Disability/Vets employer.

We are committed to building a workplace of belonging, respect, and empowerment, and we recognize there are a variety of ways to meet our requirements. We are looking for the best candidate for the job and encourage you to apply even if your experience or qualifications don’t line up to exactly what we have outlined in the job description.