Scientist In vivo pharmacology

Do you have knowledge and experience within in vivo pharmacology? Do you wish to work in a well-funded, research-oriented organization with highly skilled colleagues? If you also want to contribute to the development of therapies against neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and ALS, then you might be the candidate BioArctic is looking for as:

BioArctic has a diverse and emerging portfolio with projects in several focus areas and in various phases from discovery through clinical development. BioArctic offers a highly innovative environment with skilled and dedicated colleagues. Through strategic collaborations where funding for the largest projects is secured this opportunity ensures a stable work situation and possibilities to expand your expertise.

For this position you need to have strong collaborative and communication skills as well as being able to plan, initiate and execute your own work. The role as Scientist In vivo pharmacology is a permanent position where you report to the Senior Director In vivo Pharmacology & Toxicology.

As Scientist In vivo pharmacology your responsibilities and activities will include, but are not limited to:
• Coordinate breeding, genotyping and characterization of preclinical models.
• Actively contribute with technical and theoretical knowledge to design, plan, coordinate and perform preclinical in vivo studies internally or through external collaborations/contract labs.
• Independently act as Study Director for internal in vivo studies.

Required qualifications:
• Education in Animal science or corresponding qualifications
• Experience from designing, planning and performing in vivo studies
• Experience of different routes of administration (IV, IP, SC)
• Experience of in vivo procedures (blood sampling, CSF collection, perfusion and tissue dissection)
• Fluent written and spoken English
• FELASA Function A level competence or equivalent

Additional merits:
• Experience of genotyping
• Experience of intracranial injections (stereotaxic surgery)
• Experience of writing ethical applications for in vivo studies
• Experience from working with biopharmaceuticals, as well as experience from drug discovery within industry or biotech.

As a person, you are systematic and analytical and come up with sound and rational judgements. You are proactive, you take initiatives, have high ethical standards, and take great responsibility for your own work. You are a team player who think it is important to share ideas and experiences with colleagues and you have strong communication skills and are fluent in both spoken and written English. You are a proactive person who thrives in an entrepreneurial biotech environment. You demonstrate and are inspired by the behaviors that reinforce BioArctic’s core values (Respect, Commitment, Collaboration, Responsibility).

Questions:
Biljana Rizoska (biljana.rizoska@bioarctic.com): questions on the position
Elin Holmgren (elin.holmgren@bioarctic.com): questions on recruitment process

Welcome with your application

BioArctic AB (publ) is a Swedish research-based biopharma company focusing on treatments that can delay or stop the progression of neurodegenerative diseases. The company invented the world’s first drug proven to slow the progression of the disease and reduce cognitive impairment in early Alzheimer’s disease. BioArctic often collaborates with partners who are responsible for development, regulatory interactions and global commercialization. In addition, BioArctic has a broad research portfolio with antibodies against Parkinson’s disease and ALS as well as additional projects against Alzheimer’s disease. Several of the projects utilize the company’s proprietary BrainTransporter™ technology, which has the potential to actively transport antibodies across the blood-brain barrier to enhance the efficacy of the treatment. BioArctic’s B share (BIOA B) is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm Large Cap. For further information, please visit www.bioarctic.com.