Associate Research Scientist, Toronto
POINT Biopharma, Canada
Job Description
POINT Biopharma Global Inc. is a globally focused radiopharmaceutical company building a platform for the clinical development and commercialization of radioligands that fight cancer. Recently acquired by Eli Lilly and Company, POINT aims to transform precision oncology by combining a portfolio of targeted radioligand assets, a seasoned management team, an industry-leading pipeline, in-house manufacturing capabilities, and secured supply for medical isotopes including actinium-225 and lutetium-177. POINT is a wholly owned subsidiary of Eli Lilly and Company.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Senior Scientist, the Associate Research Scientist will be responsible for performing mammalian cell culture, molecular biology assays, preparation of reagents and experimental therapeutics for use in in vitro and in vivo experiments. The biologist will also manage inventory and order reagents/lab supplies and perform routine maintenance of standard biological laboratory equipment. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in mammalian cell culture and familiarity with aseptic technique. Moreover, the ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to follow protocols, to be highly organized, to maintain accurate records of experimental details and to generate SOPs. The biologist will work closely with the Discovery amp; Preclinical teams at POINT to advance candidate radiopharmaceuticals for preclinical development.
Roles and Responsibilities of the Position
- Cryopreservation, routine subculture and preparation of mammalian cells for use in in vitro and in vivo experiments
- Managing inventory of, and ordering lab supplies and reagents
- Preparing solutions, reagents, and experimental compounds as necessary for experiments
- Collaborate with partnering animal research institutions for sample hand-off, retrieval, etc
- Record data and clearly communicate experimental details and scientific results
- Work collaboratively with teams of diverse scientific expertise
- Facilitate preparation, packaging and shipping of samples and materials to external facilities and partners
- Ensure an orderly and functional laboratory environment and perform routine maintenance of laboratory equipment such as incubators, water baths, arranging for micropipette calibration, etc
Requirements
- BSc or MSc in biology, biochemistry, or related field
- 2-3+ years of laboratory experience in academia or, preferably in an industry setting
- Strong experience in mammalian cell culture (subculture, aseptic technique, cryopreservation, etc)
- Experience in ordering and managing inventory of lab reagents and routine upkeep of laboratory equipment
- Working knowledge of preclinical oncology and murine tumor models, including syngeneic and PDX/CDX
Additional Preferences
- Experience with commercially available assays such as fluorescent/luminescent reporter assays, ELISA, etc is considered an asset
Work Environment
This position’s work environment is onsite downtown Toronto near College Street and University Avenue at the MaRS building.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Physical Demands
- Must be able to work on your feet, or at a lab bench or tissue culture hood for up to 8 hours
- Must have use of full dexterity to perform routine tissue culture, benchwork, etc in a laboratory setting
- Working schedule is during regular business hours five days a week, however due to business requirements there could be evening or weekend coverage and proper notice will be provided
The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the role and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Benefits
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