Research Scientist, Biomarker and Drug Intelligence
- Employer
- Caris Life Sciences
- Location
- Phoenix, AZ
- Closing date
- Aug 2, 2021
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- Sector
- Science, Pharmaceutical
- Organization Type
- Corporate
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The scientist will function as a key member of the Biomarker and Drug intelligence team which supports the structure and maintenance of the CMI knowledge-base that powers Caris Molecular Intelligence. The scientist will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to support the maintenance and development of an oncology precision medicine tool. The team member will also be responsible for mastering a knowledge base of biomarkers with therapeutic relevance pertaining to assigned tumor types and design treatment roadmaps for precision medicine in oncology.
Job Responsibilities
Survey emerging scientific and medical information to monitor and identify biomarkers and drugs relevant to precision medicine in oncology
Organize and aggregate dispersed information into a single perspective to interpret proteomic and genomic data as it relates to precision medicine in oncology
Theoretical qualification, validation, development and maintenance of assigned biomarker/drug profiles in support of product maintenance and pipeline
Contribute to the implementation and maintenance of logic structure for the CMI knowledge-base
Perform critical functions in quality assurance/control to ensure accurate implementation of changes to the CMI precision medicine tool.
Maintain knowledge base of biomarkers in oncology with therapeutic relevance using data management tools
Lead tumor-specific working group by organizing agendas and meetings for key opinion leaders in the field that participate in the Precision Oncology Alliance
Contribute to additional projects as needed (presentation material for discussion, training, or tumor boards, writing for abstracts/posters/manuscripts, scientific summaries, etc.)
Requirements
Knowledge and Skills
Background in Cancer Biology, Molecular & Cellular Biology, Genetics or any similar field that is preparatory for a precision medicine in oncology environment
Familiarity with precision medicine and analytical platforms utilized to generate proteomic and genomic data that directs patient therapy
Excellent communication and presentation skills with an ability to synthesize complex information into key messages for audiences with diverse backgrounds
Demonstrated ability to perform tasks that require high attention to detail in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong team skills with a commitment to communicate information and work constructively to support the team
A background in interpreting clinical data is helpful, but not required
Driven individual motivated to learn quickly, work independently and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Education, Certification/Licensure and or Experience
Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in a biological science related to cancer biology
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint), software tools for managing reference libraries (Endnote) and online applications for virtual meetings (GoTo Meeting)
Preferred Qualifications
3 Years of safety and laboratory related experience is preferred.
Job Responsibilities
Survey emerging scientific and medical information to monitor and identify biomarkers and drugs relevant to precision medicine in oncology
Organize and aggregate dispersed information into a single perspective to interpret proteomic and genomic data as it relates to precision medicine in oncology
Theoretical qualification, validation, development and maintenance of assigned biomarker/drug profiles in support of product maintenance and pipeline
Contribute to the implementation and maintenance of logic structure for the CMI knowledge-base
Perform critical functions in quality assurance/control to ensure accurate implementation of changes to the CMI precision medicine tool.
Maintain knowledge base of biomarkers in oncology with therapeutic relevance using data management tools
Lead tumor-specific working group by organizing agendas and meetings for key opinion leaders in the field that participate in the Precision Oncology Alliance
Contribute to additional projects as needed (presentation material for discussion, training, or tumor boards, writing for abstracts/posters/manuscripts, scientific summaries, etc.)
Requirements
Knowledge and Skills
Background in Cancer Biology, Molecular & Cellular Biology, Genetics or any similar field that is preparatory for a precision medicine in oncology environment
Familiarity with precision medicine and analytical platforms utilized to generate proteomic and genomic data that directs patient therapy
Excellent communication and presentation skills with an ability to synthesize complex information into key messages for audiences with diverse backgrounds
Demonstrated ability to perform tasks that require high attention to detail in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong team skills with a commitment to communicate information and work constructively to support the team
A background in interpreting clinical data is helpful, but not required
Driven individual motivated to learn quickly, work independently and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Education, Certification/Licensure and or Experience
Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in a biological science related to cancer biology
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint), software tools for managing reference libraries (Endnote) and online applications for virtual meetings (GoTo Meeting)
Preferred Qualifications
3 Years of safety and laboratory related experience is preferred.
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