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March 3, 2009
Position Title: Research Assistant, Department of Immunology, Axikin Pharmaceuticals
(Job code: 030309BIO) - Email your CV

Job Description:
The successful Research Assistant will be primarily responsible for characterizing molecules and their biological activity from Axikin’s portfolio focused upon allergic inflammation. Experimental techniques include running experiments in a wide range of biological disciplines, including biochemical and molecular analysis, cellular assays, and in vivo work. This also includes record keeping of experiments carried out, data summaries and graphical and statistical analysis when appropriate. Research Assistants will also be responsible for various day to day operations of the department, including ordering and maintaining reagents and supplies, and monitoring of equipment to ensure proper functioning. The successful candidate will be an integral member of an interdisciplinary team designed to facilitate the advancement of various drug discovery projects of the company.

Education and Experience:
The successful candidate for the Research Assistant position will possess a B.Sc. or M.S. degree in a Biological discipline with significant exposure to hands-on laboratory practices, preferably including 1-2 years of either full-time practical experience or part-time internship. Experience in cell culture is required, and experience in flow cytometry, and basic biochemical and molecular techniques is preferred, as is prior in vivo work. Industry experience is a plus, however candidates with experience limited to academic settings will also be considered. The successful Research Assistant will have a strong understanding of experimental design, and background in either immunology or pharmacology will be beneficial. The Research Assistant position will require the practice of safe and clean laboratory techniques, excellent oral and written communication skills, the ability to work in a group as well as independently, and be able to adhere to strict timelines.

Description of the Company:
Axikin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a private biotech company focused on the discovery and development of novel small molecule drug candidates for the treatment of inflammatory diseases. In addition to ongoing Phase I clinical trials, several projects are in the preclinical stage and/or early research stage. For further information on the company, our targeted indications and receptor targets, and a description of the current scientific team, please visit our website at http://www.axikin.com.

Application instructions:
Interested candidates are requested to visit the company’s website and submit their CV and cover letter in either MS-Word XP or PDF format via the link provided therein with the job code as the subject line. We thank you in advance for your interest but regret to say that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please, no phone calls about this job, and principles only for reply – please no recruiters. Email your CV