RESEARCH INVESTIGATOR, ONCOLOGY
Job Field: Legal Jobs
Location: La Jolla, CA
Salary: $Not stated
JOB SUMMARY:
</tr>
<tr><td valign="top" width="450"><b>Job ID 106603BRPosting Title Research Investigator, OncologyDivision Novartis Institutes for BioMedical Research (NIBR)Business Unit Infectious DiseasesCountry USAWork Location La Jolla, CACompany/Legal Entity USA Novartis Institute for Functional Genomics Inc. San Diego CAFunctional Area ResearchTherapeutic/Disease Area OncologyJob Type Full TimeEmployment Type RegularJob Description A research investigator position is offered in the Oncology Department at GNF. The principal responsibilities include discovery of novel therapeutic targets, and characterizing underlying molecular and cellular mechanisms of active pharmacological agents as a single therapeutics or in combination with other agents. This position requires strong knowledge in cancer genetics and signaling networks, as well as proven expertise in cutting-edge molecular and cellular techniques. The candidate should have experience in creating and directing innovative approaches to target discovery and validation, including functional screening strategies using RNAi or chemical genetics to identify targets, and the use of genetic and pharmacological tools to validate targets. Experience in leveraging and integrating genomics data and pharmacological data to identify and advance high value targets into drug discovery is required. The ability to work collaboratively with members of the biology, bioinformatics, chemistry, HTS and pharmacology groups will be a key ingredient for success in this position. Job title and compensations will be adjusted according to candidate
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
Not stated