Associate Scientist/ Scientist - Lung Function

The job details are as follows:

What We Do

United Therapeutics Corporation focuses on the strength of a balanced, value-creating biotechnology model. We are confident in our future thanks to our fundamental attributes, namely our commitment to quality and innovation, the power of our brands, our entrepreneurial culture and our bioinformatics leadership. We also believe that our determination to be responsible citizens - having a positive impact on patients, the environment and society - will sustain our success in the long term.

We currently have five approved products on the market and a long-term mission of providing an unlimited supply of transplantable organs for those who need them.

Our company was founded by an entrepreneur whose daughter was diagnosed with a life-threatening condition. She sought to find treatment options and a cure for her daughter and patients like her. We are founder-led, and relentless in our pursuit of "medicines for life". We continue to research and develop treatments for cardiovascular and pulmonary diseases, pediatric cancers and other orphan diseases.

In 2021, we became the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation (PBC). Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through (a) the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies; and (b) technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs. At the same time, we seek to provide our shareholders with superior financial performance and our communities with earth-sensitive energy utilization.

How you’ll contribute
Evaluate the function of 3D printed lung tissues (both cellularized and non-cellularized) and independently implement new analytical techniques to characterize the function of engineered lung tissues. This role will lead/support pre-clinical testing of the 3D printed lungs at CRO and in-house testing locations in preparation for regulatory filing.

Lead ongoing data analysis efforts aimed at improving understanding of lung function in 3D printed lungs
Regularly participate in functional assessment of 3D printed scaffolds/lungs: independently lead these experiments when necessary
Design and prepare specific supplies and materials for designated testing, including design and construction of tubing circuits and bioreactors, preparation of perfusate, modification of testing workflow
Independently identify areas for new investigation or process improvement
Operate bioreactors, ventilators, and perfusion systems as necessary to perform the designated testing. Mentor and train others in these methods as needed
Prepare summary records and presentations to convey experimental findings
All other duties as required

For this role you will need

Minimum Requirements for Associate Scientist

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in biology, cell and molecular biology, or biomedical sciences
Experience with laboratory instrumentation and data software
Must be comfortable working in a hands-on lab environment and have strong attention to detail, good lab practices, and patience
Ability to independently follow experimental methods and protocols
Must be comfortable to participate in animal research
Demonstrated ability to make good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, knowledge, experience & judgment
Good team member skills; must work well with others
Solid written and oral communication skills are necessary for this position
Word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and related standard software
Ability to initiate and manage day-to-day tasks effectively
Ability to organize and present data
Strong time management and organizational skills
The ability to work effectively and diplomatically with supervisors, peers, and support personnel both internal and external to the organization
Highly self-motivated
Strong analytical skills

Preferred Qualifications for Associate Scientist

Experience working under a quality system and medical product design
Experience in cardiovascular and/or pulmonary clinical research
Experience with pre-clinical studies in preparation for regulatory submission
Experience working directly with CROs, CMOs and/or other vendors
1+ years of experience in EVLP/ECLP

Minimum Requirements for Scientist

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in biology, cell and molecular biology, or biomedical sciences
Experience with laboratory instrumentation and data software
Must be comfortable working in a hands-on lab environment and have strong attention to detail, good lab practices, and patience
Ability to independently follow experimental methods and protocols
Must be comfortable to participate in animal research
Demonstrated ability to make good decisions based upon a mixture of analysis, knowledge, experience & judgment
Good team member skills; must work well with others
Solid written and oral communication skills
Word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and related standard software
Ability to initiate and manage day-to-day tasks effectively
Ability to organize and present data
Strong time management and organizational skills
The ability to work effectively and diplomatically with supervisors, peers, and support personnel both internal and external to the organization
Strong analytical skills
Highly self-motivated

Preferred Qualifications for Scientist

2+ years of experience in EVLP/ECLP
Industrial experience in medical device design or biological products
Experience working under a quality system and medical product design
Experience working directly with CROs, CMOs and/or other vendors
Experience in cardiovascular and/or pulmonary clinical research
Experience with pre-clinical studies in preparation for regulatory submission

At United Therapeutics, you’ll realize quickly that it is not an ordinary place to work! When you join our company, you will learn, grow, contribute, have fun, and be challenged... all while making a difference in the lives of our patients.

While United Therapeutics does not require vaccination for Covid-19 at this time, we strongly encourage all employees and visitors to remain up to date on vaccinations and boosters to protect one another from illness. Employees working in customer-facing roles must adhere and comply with customers’ credentialing guidelines, which may require vaccination against Covid -19, the influenza virus, and other illnesses that could be harmful to healthcare staff and patients.

United Therapeutics Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - EOE Minorities / Females / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities