Autifony is based at the Stevenage Bioscience Catalyst in the UK (www.autifony.com).
Requirement
Looking to expand its biology team, Autifony is seeking a highly motivated electrophysiologist with experience in ion channel research and pharmacology/drug discovery to become part of a dynamic preclinical R&D group focused on the discovery and development of novel ion channel therapeutics.
Experience
• Applicants should have relevant hands-on experience and a demonstrable track record in in vitro whole cell patch-clamp recordings from either recombinant, native cells or tissue slice preparations and/or use of solid supported membrane-based electrophysiology (SSME) exemplified by the Nanion Technologies SURFE2R system.
Candidates should have a good understanding of ion channel structure, function and biophysics together with the principles of electrophysiology and pharmacology applied to the field of CNS therapeutics.
• Additional skillsets of interest include working knowledge of lysosomal biology, compound mechanism of action studies and/or use of automated electrophysiology platforms.
• Experience already gained in biotech, pharma, academic drug discovery institutes or CROs in the life sciences sector would be an advantage
Responsibilities
• Planning, designing, conducting, troubleshooting and analysing bespoke experiments aligned with the drug discovery and new target validation goals of the company
• The candidate will be expected to prepare experimental summaries, presentations at internal and external meetings e.g. at project teams or with partners companies or at conferences, and prepare research reports and contribute to research papers for publication
Essential Skills
• Applicants must have good written and oral communication skills in English.
Autifony Therapeutics Ltd, Stevenage Bioscience Catalyst Reg. 07543962
Gunnels Wood Road, Stevange, Hertfordshire, SG1 2FX VAT. GB 119 1039 38
• Highly motivated to learn and/or apply new techniques to the field of ion channel drug discovery
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Qualifications
• PhD degree preferred. Additional experience including postgraduate or equivalent industry experience in the life sciences would be advantageous.
For full consideration, please send a cover letter containing information regarding your research interests and a CV, to: [email protected]