PHARMACOLOGY TRAINEE

MissionThe Almirall Research team in Barcelona is strengthening its core experimental department and is looking for a talented student with experience in in vivo Pharmacology and/or Immunology. The team is enabling the small molecule and biologics pipeline from discovery up to preclinical development, and is co-responsible for delivery of high quality therapeutic drug candidates with a high potential for success in clinical development.Tasks and ResponsibilitiesPerform in vivo studies to answer scientific questions and to characterize MoA and efficacy of compounds including new drug candidatesPerform a variety of routine laboratory experiments and procedures, using state of the art laboratory equipment, recording and checking results for completeness and accuracyPlan and initiate established and new experimental approaches with a high level of independenceAnalyse and interpret experimental results and prepare reports/presentationsAssist team members in planning and execution of experimentsWork in a matrixed, fast paced highly collaborative environment with shared responsibilitiesEffectively communicate within and across teamsCarry out all laboratory activities in compliance with applicable regulations and protocolsConduct literature searches and reviews, compiling information for journals and suggest uses for new techniques to the teamMaintain records of results and methodologies in electronic laboratory notebookMaintain equipment, lab area and supplies in a neat professional mannerAttend courses, lectures and conferences to further own knowledge on research and laboratory techniques, consulting with other researchers to exchange informationContribute to an enriching, positive and inclusive lab environmentEducation & ExperienceBS of science and experience in a research labEU license to work in procedures and projects on laboratory animal science or equivalent is a plusProficiency in mouse handling and dosingAbility to independently conduct tissue sample processing and analysis from rodents and/or minipigs using state of the art technologiesExcellent aseptic cell culture technique for handling human and murine primary cells and transformed cell linesIdeally experience in RT-PCR, ELISA, Flow Cytometry and Western Blot techniquesIdeally experience in state of the art immunology techniques to support isolation and ex vivo analysis of cells from animal tissues or human skin samples is a plusPreferred Skills & CompetencesStrong attention to detail and analytical skills to resolve problems that require the use of basic scientific, mathematical, or technical principles.Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writingProficiency in the use of software tools to support data analysis (e.g., Prism, FlowJo, Word, Excel, and Powerpoint)Ability to critically interpret and effectively present dataAbility to take accountability and to prioritize workAdaptability to shifting priorities and changing work assignmentsAbility to communicate in EnglishWhy work with AlmirallWe are a people-centric company where employees are at their best, patients and customers are at the heart of every decision, and our focus and agility allow us to deliver greater impact for all.Additionally, for the 17th year in a row, we have been certified as Top Employer Spain, and also Top Employer Germany for the first time.We are a unique work environment that helps our employees develop their skills to fullest and grow both professionally and as individuals.We are proud of each one of our employees, their development, and growth: they are the success of the company.Our PurposeTransform the patients' world by helping them realize their hopes & dreams for a healthy life.Our ValuesCare: we listen & empathize, we value diverse perspectives & backgrounds and we help each other succeed.Courage: we challenge the status quo, we take full ownership and we learn from our success & failures.Innovation: we put the patient and customer at the center, we create novel solutions and we empower entrepreneurial mindsets.Simplicity: we act decisively and avoid over-analysis, we understand why before we act and we are agile & keep things simple.Seniority level: InternshipEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: OtherIndustries: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing#wearealmirall#J-18808-Ljbffr