Careers
Stem CentRx is focused on scientific discovery and development of successful cancer drugs. We are funded by scientists and entrepreneurs with a long-term perspective on our business. Our culture is an a-political meritocracy where performance and teamwork are rewarded. Stem CentRx has assembled a talented and motivated team, and is looking to recruit additional employees with world-class expertise in their practice, versatility to contribute broadly across the company, high energy and an entrepreneurial spirit.
Pharmacology - Sr. Scientist / Group Leader
Description
As part of a talented and multi-disciplinary team advancing an exciting new approach to oncology drug discovery and development, the successful candidate will lead internal efforts to evaluate preclinical therapeutic candidates for efficacy and safety. Specifically, the successful candidate will interact with both discovery and development teams in contributing to pre-IND efforts by leading the design and analysis of in vivo studies to support the development plan. The candidate will also have the opportunity to contribute to biomarker discovery and other aspects of IND-enabling preclinical development. The ability to work independently, while effectively interacting and communicating with other Team members and senior management is also prerequisite.
Requirements:
1. PhD-level with 5+ years of experience
2. Experience designing & managing pharmacology/toxicology studies for oncology indications
3. Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
4. Motivated, organized and disciplined record keeping
5. Great personality and excellent communication skills
6. Strong track record of achievement and advancement desired
In Vivo Biology - Research Associate
Description
As part of a talented and multi-disciplinary team advancing an exciting new approach to drug discovery and development, the successful candidate will help develop and maintain a small breeding colony, perform in vivo experiments, tumor measurements, organize data and analyze results with minimal supervision. The successful candidate will also be expected to perform weekly mouse injections as needed and perform other duties as assigned. The position may involve assisting with husbandry duties and/or other areas of research on occasion.
Requirements:
1. Minimum 2-5 years of directly related experience, including breeding and maintaining a mouse colony. AALAS certification is preferred but not required
2. Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
3. Organized and disciplined about record keeping, with proficiency in Microsoft Office
4. Able to perform occasional physical labor involving lifting weight up to 50 pounds
5. Willing to split weekend and holiday hours with co-workers on a rotational basis
6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
7. Strong organizational skills, motivated to excel and attentive to details
8. Bachelor's Degree
Molecular Biology - Sr. Research Associate
Description
As part of a talented and multi-disciplinary team advancing an exciting new approach to drug discovery and development, the successful candidate will support Molecular Biology efforts. In this role he/she will: a) assist in the development of research plans to identify and validate new targets for therapeutic development, in addition to implementing and executing such experiments; b) help identify and validate markers of diagnostic value; and c) analyze data and communicate results in both oral and written form. Must have a strong desire to work in a dynamic team environment and aggressively contribute to the company’s growth and mission.
Requirements:
1. BS/BA-level with 5+ years of experience, or MS-level with 2+ years of experience, with preference given to industry experience.
2. Experienced in PCR and RT-PCR based techniques including: cDNA synthesis; standard, SyBR and qPCR assay design and execution; TA cloning of PCR products; and PCR-based directed mutagenesis.
3. Proficient in molecular cloning strategies, expression vector design, detection and validation of RNA expression, RNA and gDNA purification, detection and validation of protein expression using immunobloting and/or ELISA
4. Experience with mammalian cell culture required.
5. Experience with flow cytometry strongly preferred, but not required.
6. Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
7. Motivated, organized and disciplined record keeping
8. Great personality and excellent communication skills
CV / Resume
Current Open Positions:
Pharmacology
Sr. Scientist / Group Leader
In Vivo Biology
Research Associate
Molecular Biology
Sr. Research Associate