Principal Scientist

About This Role

Lead the development of therapies for hearing loss and vestibular disorders by independently leading research projects and driving the development of novel therapies for inner ear disorders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of rigorous and appropriate experiments to address core questions of hearing biology, that can drive drug discovery and preclinical programs
• Develop and characterize novel animal models to better understand mechanisms of hearing loss and evaluate the potential of novel therapeutics to mitigate hearing phenotypes
• Design and execute in vivo and in vitro functional assays to understand the mechanisms of syndromic and non-syndromic hearing loss
• Work cross-functionally with a team to develop translationally relevant studies
• Carefully analyze and evaluate data
• Present data both internally and externally, and participate in discussions in our collaborative, cross-functional team environment
• Independently draft and review protocols and articles for publication
• Motivate, develop, and supervise junior scientists, research associates and other trainees

Requirements

• Ph.D.
• 5+ years of experience with a strong record of innovation and publication
• Proven expertise in drug development

Qualifications

• Ph.D.
• 5+ years of experience with a strong record of innovation and publication in drug development

Nice to Have

• Managerial experience
• In vivo experimental experience
• Strong understanding of human and mouse genetics and/or auditory physiology

Benefits