Scientist II, In Vivo - Oncology

The in vivo group in the department of oncology is seeking a highly motivated, organized, interactive, team-oriented with high level of integrity and work ethic Scientist II to join our Ridgefield, CT team. The role involves developing and execution of in vivo models in immunocompetent and immunodeficient mice while working in matrix environment. This position offers hands-on experience in a cutting-edge research environment and the opportunity to contribute to impactful scientific discoveries .

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees .

Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, design, execute in vivo experiments
• Effectively communicate, document and maintain experimental protocol and results in electronic workbook
• Routine maintenance of lab equipment
• Ordering of laboratory consumables
• Collaborate with team members to interpret and present data
• Support occasional weekend/holiday work
• Comply with company standards /policies and IACUC regulations

Requirements

• Bachelor´s Degree from an accredited institution with minimum of two (2) years´ experience in related scientific discipline, or Master´s Degree from an accredited institution in related scientific discipline with no experience
• In vivo (rodent): dosing (IV, IP, SC), blood/tissue collection, health monitoring, tumor cell line SC inoculation
• Data analysis: proficiency in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Prism
• Ability to learn new methodology and concepts and apply appropriately with minimal supervision
• Concise and accurate data reporting
• Ability to troubleshoot with high level of attention to details, agility, responsibility, accountability
• Written and verbal communication skills
Appropriate level of understanding of applicable regulations

Compensation:

Desired Skills, Experience and Abilities

• In vitro : basic cell culture (mammalian/rodent and primary immune cells)

• Ex vivo : ELISA, basic flow cytometry, PBMC isolation from leukopaks

• Experience with histopathology techniques, including sample preparation and staining.
  

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.
• Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)
• Must be 18 years of age or older