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Senior Scientist - Kidney Specialist
- United Therapeutics (Eden Prairie, MN)
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California, US residents click here (https://www.unither.com/docs/UNITHER%20Applicant%20Notice%20-%20%2812-22-23%29%20Final%202.15.24%20Combined%20EN%20and%20French.pdf#page=9) .
The job details are as follows:
Who we are
We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation. Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies; and technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs.
United Therapeutics (Nasdaq: **UTHR** ) seeks to travel down the corridors of indifference to develop treatments for rare, deadly diseases. We were founded in 1996 by a family seeking a cure for their daughter’s pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Today, we have six FDA-approved therapies that treat PAH, pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease (PH-ILD) and neuroblastoma, a rare pediatric cancer. Our near-term pipeline seeks to develop additional therapies for PAH and pulmonary fibrosis (PF).
The cure for end-stage life-threatening diseases like PAH, PH-ILD, PF, and many others is an organ transplant, but only a small percentage of donated organs are available to address the vast need. For this reason, we are working to create bio-artificial organs to address the shortage of kidneys, hearts, lungs, and livers available for transplant. We believe an unlimited supply of tolerable, transplantable organs will eliminate the transplant waiting list and cure end-stage organ diseases for which transplant is not currently an option.
Miromatrix, A United Therapeutics company was created to bring our vision of a world without an organ transplant waitlist to life. With an average of 17 people dying each day waiting for a life-saving organ, the need for a solution is more critical than ever.
Founded in 2009 from the University of Minnesota's breakthrough advances in perfusion decellularization and recellularization technology, we are the world leader in the research and development of fully biologic organs. Our approach is expected to be an efficient way to answer the unmet need of thousands of patients across the country who will otherwise go without the transplant they need to survive and thrive.
**Miromatrix** has 140 issued patents worldwide. Our technology has the potential to be applied across the spectrum of donor needs. We are focused on the research and development of transplantable kidneys ( **mirokidney®** ), livers ( **miroliver®** ), and a bioengineered external liver assist device for acute liver failure ( **miroliver** **_ELAP_** **®** ), with plans to also bioengineer other critical organs like lungs, pancreases and hearts.
Who you are
If you’re a scientist with deep expertise in kidney tubule physiology and a passion for applying your research in the biotech, pharma, organ transplant or relevant industry settings, this role is for you. You'll thrive in this dynamic, multidisciplinary environment, where brainstorming and collaboration drive innovation. Rather than working in isolation, you’ll be an integral part of a team tackling complex challenges to enhance bioengineered kidney function. With your experience in cell culture, bioengineering, and experimental R&D, you’ll have the opportunity to design and execute studies, integrate new technologies, and push the boundaries of kidney research—all while making a tangible impact in the field.
+ Design and conduct experiments to enhance the function of primary kidney cells within bioengineered organs
+ Develop cell culture media to support the maintenance and maturation of primary kidney and liver cells
+ Invent and innovate materials, technologies, designs, methods, and processes to advance scientific programs
+ Lead efforts to explore and integrate new technologies, ensuring alignment with program goals
+ Plan, coordinate, and manage projects and experiments to meet milestone timelines
+ Lead critiques of technical efforts within the company to ensure high standards and continuous improvement
+ Coordinate, author, and review written and oral reports, presentations, patent filings, and regulatory documents
+ Prepare and submit manuscripts, grants, and abstracts with senior management approval
+ Develop decision and recommendation documents for senior management
+ Mentor, advise, and train junior staff, providing guidance on technical plans and experimental procedures
+ Assist laboratory personnel in the evaluation, performance, and documentation of experiments
+ Serve as a senior expert in one or more technical/scientific areas, providing technical leadership across the company
+ Stay current in the field and communicate new knowledge to the team and senior management
Minimum Requirements
+ Master’s Degree in cell/molecular biology, biomedical engineering, biomanufacturing, biomedical sciences, or related sciences field
+ 8+ years of relevant experience with a master's degree or
+ 5+ years of relevant experience with a PhD
+ Extensive knowledge and experience in kidney tubule physiology and function
+ Experience working with adherent mammalian cells
+ Experience managing idea and/or experimental phase of complex R&D projects
+ Experience with skill adapting and synthesizing disparate sources of information to solve technical problems
+ Extensive experience with research, IP, and the development process
Preferred Qualifications
+ Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in cell/molecular biology, biomedical engineering, biomanufacturing, biomedical sciences, or related sciences field
+ Technical expertise in cell/organ culture systems, flow cytometry/sorting, immunohistochemistry, and fluorescence microscopy
+ Experience with bioreactors and whole organ recellularization
+ Experience culturing and analyzing primary kidney and liver cells
+ 1+ years if experience in biotechnology, pharmaceutical or related industries
Job Location
This position is 100% onsite at our Eden Prairie, Minnesota office. The company will provide relocation assistance as required.
At United Therapeutics, our mission and vision are one. We use our enthusiasm, creativity, and persistence to innovate for the unmet medical needs of our patients and to benefit our other stakeholders. We are bold and unconventional. We have fun, we do good.
_The salary for this position ranges from $117,000 to $125,000 per year. In addition, this role is eligible for the Company’s short-term and long-term incentive programs._
_The salary range is the range United Therapeutics Corporation in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting depending on the candidate’s experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law. The Company may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law._
Eligible employees may participate in the Company’s comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more. For additional information on Company benefits, please visit https://www.unither.com/careers/benefits-and-amenities
United Therapeutics Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
_We strive to be an organization that engages the minds, hearts, and most spirited efforts of each of our employees. Our sense of purpose transforms what we do from work into mission, occupation into vocation and achievement into success._
_We challenge our employees with innovative and revolutionary projects, offer an environment which fosters high-level job performance and provide a highly competitive total rewards package. This is what makes United Therapeutics a stimulating place to work._
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