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Principal Research Scientist II, Gastroenterology, Immunology Discovery Research

Worcester, MA, us💼 Full-time🗓 2026-08-27 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead discovery research in Gastroenterology/IBD, managing a team to deliver novel therapeutics from target identification through preclinical development and first-in-human studies.

Role type

Principal Research Scientist (Strategic Leadership & Team Management)

Builds

Novel therapeutics for autoimmune diseases (IBD)

Domain

Biopharmaceuticals / Immunology / Gastroenterology

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Mucosal immunology expertise, in vitro and in vivo pharmacology, humanized CIVM models, PKPD assessment, strategic research planning, team leadership, risk mitigation, cross-functional collaboration

Preferred skills

Experience with organoid-based models, publication authoring, mentoring diverse teams

Technologies

Humanized CIVMs, organoid-based models, PKPD tools

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a high-performing research team; oversee planning and execution of in vitro and in vivo pharmacology studies; direct drug discovery programs from conception to clinical candidate selection; devise and implement research strategies addressing critical scientific objectives; collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external partners; develop risk mitigation strategies; promote knowledge sharing through publications and presentations; mentor and train direct reports.

Seniority

Principal, strategic leadership & mentorship

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