ICOS Corporation

Research Associate, Pre-clinical Research

ICOS Corporation, based in the Seattle, Washington area, has spent more than a decade building a world-class research and development organization. Cialis is currently available in approximately 100 countries, including Australia, Brazil, Mexico, Canada, the United States and countries throughout Europe. ICOS is committed to advancing science in the areas of protein based and small molecule therapeutics.

Working at ICOS gives you the opportunity to work with a brilliant team of scientists using sophisticated equipment and research methodologies to tackle cutting edge scientific projects.

Responsibilities:

This position will be part of a focused effort to evaluate lead compound candidates for their in vivo effects and efficacy in the fields of kidney fibrosis and airway inflammation.

• Individual will work closely with other scientists in the Preclinical Studies department in the design, planning and execution of appropriate in vivo studies related to kidney fibrosis and inflammation.
• This position will play an active role in the implementation and validation of novel in vivo models.
• Other duties include processing, interpreting and presenting of results to project teams.
• Staying abreast of relevant literature and proficiency with literature searches and standard word processing, spreadsheet and graphics software is expected.

Requirements:

• BS in pharmacology/zoology/physiology with 1-2 years of relevant work experience.
• Knowledge of and hands on experience with in vivo models for human diseases is required.
• Experience with (kidney) fibrosis and asthma is a plus.
• Working knowledge of pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic principles also a plus.
• As a member working on highly interactive and dynamic project teams, strong communication (oral and written) and organizational skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently in a high paced working environment.
• Creativity, detail-oriented, and self motivation are desired.
• Some flexibility with respect to performing duties after regular working hours or on weekends/holidays required.

For immediate consideration please email your CV to Karen Fenstermacher at kfenstermacher@icos.com highlighting the position in the subject line or visit www.icos.com and apply directly for this position.

ICOS offers a highly competitive compensation package and a friendly, collaborative culture that values personal initiative and professional achievement.

Learn more about ICOS philosophies, attributes, financial information, and more by visiting our web site at: www.ICOS.com.

ICOS Corporation
Reference Job Code: 2397
Karen Fenstermacher

Email: kfenstermacher@icos.com

ICOS Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Submitted: 03/13/2006