Associate Scientist/ Scientist - Lung Function
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Associate Scientist/ Scientist - Lung Function
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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.
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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.
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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