Discovery Biology Scientist

For our company in **Naples **we are looking for a **Discovery Biology Scientist** who will be involved in exploring, setting and performing cell-based assays for the screening of small compounds and peptides.

**Main areas of responsibilities**
- Study of target validation, mechanism of action, pathways analysis and development of cellular based assays using immunofluorescence, flow cytometry, colorimetric techniques.
- Coordinate outsorced projects.
- Work to tight deadlines and following instructions.
- Move in projects on different areas of interest and multi-focus capabilities on several projects.
- Present results in timely and clear manner, write reports and procedures.
- Work indipendently and be proactive in briging new ideas and solution, interact with colleagues and collaborators.

**Qualifications and other requirements**
- At least four years of experience in cell biology research field and a thorough understanding of cellular functional assays using mammalian cells.
- Nice to have: previous working experience in a pharmaceutical company.
- Research experience in molecular biology, in western blot and real-time PCR would be advantageous.
- Great passion and propensity for laboratory work and good mindset for data analysis.
- Deep knowledge of cell cultures and cells maintenance.
- Deep knowledge of cell-based assays, such as colorimetric assays (viability, citotoxicity, imaging, immunofluorescence and flow cytometry).
- Deep knowledge of data analysis software like graphpad.
- Good spoken and written English.