About the jobWe are looking for a Principal Scientist - Invivo Biology to join the team!The contribution you will make:We are looking for an innovative and self-motivated candidate for the role of Principal Scientist to join our Lead Optimization -Biology team. The successful candidate will lead a team of 3-5 researchers and provide direction to develop, validate in vivo disease models and conduct in vivo screening studies related to various therapeutic areas.You get to collaborate on: Take a key laboratory-based role to ensure the ongoing support of drug discovery programmed by conducting in vivo efficacy mechanistic studies for NCEs. Establish in vivo disease models validate physiologically relevant end points ex vivo markers of translational relevance. Carry out results interpretation, report preparation, and its presentation in timely manner. Generate and test new ideas / in vivo POC studies. Mentor and train team members for systems, processes, and compliance. Effectively coordinate cross-functional communication to facilitate efficient execution of studies and data communication.Who will thrive in this role? Ph.D. in Pharmacology with 5 8 years of postdoctoral / industry research experience or M.Pharm in Pharmacology with 10-12 years of research experience in either academic or industrial RD setting. Deep understanding in pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, and physiology. Extensive exposure to vivo disease model generation, validation, and testing. Fair understanding about the drug discovery process. Significant experience in managing a team effectively. Excellent organizational, interpersonal skills and solution centric approach. If you don't meet all of the requirements listed here, we still encourage you to apply. No job description is perfect, and we might find an even more suitable opportunity that matches your experience.What to expect in the interview process: HR Screen (30 minutes) Technical Panel Interview + Work Sample Prompt (90 minutes)Some of the total rewards of working here: Culture: We lives for people Healthcare: Medical insurance premium for coverage of the employee, spouse, and kids is fully sponsored by the company. The premium for coverage of dependent parents is partially sponsored by the company (at 50%). PTO: Block leaves (that we encourage and celebrate) and company-wide weeklong break to recharge in addition to 8 observed holidays. Work-Life HarmonyPlease use the below link for job application and quicker response.https://lifelancer.com/jobs/view/6cb9ea07c1d8f9d6082d3aa5e59192b8