Scientist I, Bioanalysis and DMPK

At Eisai, satisfying unmet medical needs and increasing the benefits healthcare provides to patients, their families, and caregivers is Eisai's human health care (hhc) mission. We're a growing pharmaceutical company that is breaking through in neurology and oncology, with a strong emphasis on research and development. Our history includes the development of many innovative medicines, notably the discovery of the world's most widely-used treatment for Alzheimer's disease. As we continue to expand, we are seeking highly-motivated individuals who want to work in a fast-paced environment and make a difference. If this is your profile, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary

The Drug Metabolism and Pharmacokinetics (DMPK) group at the Eisai Center for Genetics-guided Dementia Discovery in Cambridge, MA is seeking a multidisciplinary, team-oriented Scientist I with a strong emphasis on quantitative bioanalysis and general ADME / DMPK expertise. The primary responsibilities of this position will be the development of bioanalytical methods using LC-MS / MS and conducting in vitro ADME studies supporting discovery projects, in collaboration with the global DMPK team. This is a lab-focused position, especially in the initial years, with the potential to expand into a DMPK project functional lead role on cross-functional teams. Additional duties may include collaborating with internal and external academic and Contract Research Organization (CRO) partners, tracking study progress, reviewing data, uploading results into databases, and representing the Eisai DMPK team in external initiatives such as the IQ Consortium.

This role is onsite in Cambridge, MA

Essential Functions

• Develop and optimize bioanalytical methods for in vivo study samples and in vitro ADME studies using LC-MS / MS, and independently operate and maintain instruments, with the ability to troubleshoot as needed.
• Adhere to study protocol SOPs and conduct a variety of in vitro ADME experiments, including but not limited to stability studies using microsomes, hepatocytes, tissue homogenates, and plasma / medium fu measurement assays, in accordance with project requirements.
• Analyze raw data and generate reports, including relevant parameters for in vitro ADME and in vivo PK assays, in compliance with Eisai's global DMPK standards and within established timelines.
• Communicate research findings to supervisors and project managers, process data, summarize results in report format, and upload findings into the database promptly.
• Provide technical and scientific supervision / oversight to junior bio-analyst personnel within the team.
• Maintain a detailed laboratory notebook and ensure all documentation is completed in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Participate in comprehensive mechanistic ADME studies and, as necessary, contribute to the authorship of scientific manuscripts for publication.
• Ensure effective collaboration with internal and external partners, track study progress, review and audit data, and upload findings into the database.
• Represent the DMPK function in multidisciplinary project teams.
• Act as a representative for Eisai in external collaborations, including involvement with the IQ Consortium.
• Contribute to regulatory filings, including Investigational New Drug (IND) and New Drug Application (NDA) submissions.

Requirements

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The base salary range for the Scientist I, Bioanalysis and DMPK is from : 94,600-124,100

Under current guidelines, this position is eligible to participate in : Eisai Inc. Annual Incentive Plan.

Final pay determinations will depend on various factors including but not limited to experience level, education, knowledge, and skills.

Employees are eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs. For additional information on Company employee benefits programs, visit https : / / us.eisai.com / careers-at-eisai / benefits .

Certain other benefits may be available for this position, please discuss any questions with your recruiter.

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