Research and Early Development Postdoctoral Fellowship
Location San Rafael, California Workstyle Onsite Only Apply- Along with your CV/resume, please submit a Letter of Intent. Your Letter of Intent should include which Research or Translational Science department (noted above) you’d like to join and a description of the areas of research or drug development you’d like to pursue during the fellowship.
- Design and conduct experiments or studies in collaboration with the Fellowship advisor and/or RED or Clinical colleagues to advance a pipeline program or platform, or to identify and explore new indications, modalities, or technologies.
- Provide scientific and intellectual input to guide project-related proof-of-concept and investigative efforts within the context of interdisciplinary project teams.
- Where appropriate, initiate, direct and execute the development, optimization, and qualification of robust assays.
- Analyze data with applicable bioinformatics tools/scientifically sound interpretation and present data at group/departmental meetings.
- Troubleshoot experiments based on a thorough understanding of assay principles.
- Author technical reports and SOPs associated with the assays developed and qualified.
- Contribute to study reports and manuscripts.
- Provide scientific support to collaborating functional groups, as needed.
- Work with junior research associates and scientists on experimental design, troubleshooting, assay optimization and data interpretation, where applicable.
- Maintains broad knowledge of relevant state-of-the-art principles and theories.
- Participate in exploratory studies driving the evaluation of state-of-the-art technology platforms, and innovative upgrades for existing assay platforms.
- Identify, develop and maintain relationships with contract research organizations to maximize project productivity and assure inclusion of latest scientific thinking and guidelines in the research plan.
- Contribute to the peer review process, both internally and externally, to help assure BioMarin research is conducted at the highest level of quality, integrating business and development objectives.
- Makes major contributions to scientific literature and conferences.
- Participate in at least one governance meeting and/or regulatory engagement on a pipeline program.
- Present at/participate in program/platform strategy meetings.
- Opportunities for project-based rotations, as appropriate (within or outside of the department) based on the Fellow’s interests and corresponding business needs.
- Track record of success demonstrated by a strong publication record.
- Demonstrates professional maturity, treats others equitably and fairly, and is willing to adhere to BioMarin Code of Conduct.
- Robust track record of demonstrating self-initiative/motivation.
- Highly self-motivated, detail-oriented, and possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Well-organized with the ability to be flexible and work in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
- Ability to think strategically.
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
- Be able to navigate a new working environment in parallel with personal development.
- Demonstrates the skill to analyze and synthesize data with efficiency and effectiveness.
- Effectively deals with ambiguity and adapts quickly to change.
- Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills.
- Works independently on complex projects.
In the U.S., the salary range for this position is $ 80,700 to $ 121,100 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A discretionary bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.