Principal Scientist, Hearing Loss and Vestibular Disorders Full-time

Principal Scientist

We are seeking a highly skilled, motivated, and innovative Principal Scientist to lead the development of therapies to treat hearing loss and vestibular disorders. In this role, you will independently lead research projects and drive the development of novel therapies for inner ear disorders.

A typical day in the life of a Principal Scientist on this team may include:

• Lead the design of rigorous and appropriate experiments to address core questions of hearing biology, that can drive drug discovery and preclinical programs.
• Develop and characterize novel animal models to better understand mechanisms of hearing loss and evaluate the potential of novel therapeutics to mitigate hearing phenotypes.
• Design and execute in vivo and in vitro functional assays to understand the mechanisms of syndromic and non-syndromic hearing loss.
• Work cross-functionally with a team to develop translationally relevant studies.
• Carefully analyze and evaluate data.
• Present data both internally and externally, and participate in discussions in our collaborative, cross-functional team environment.
• Independently draft and review protocols and articles for publication.
• Motivate, develop, and supervise junior scientists, research associates and other trainees.

This role might be for you if:

• You enjoy a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Can work well both independently and in a team, and communicate effectively with colleagues across all levels
• Maintain a rigorous approach to scientific work
• You are resilient in overcoming challenges and can adapt to shifting priorities
• You are excited to learn on the fly and expand your areas of expertise

To be considered for this role, you must have the following:

Ph.D. with a strong record of innovation and publication and 5+ years of experience. Proven expertise in drug development is required. Managerial experience is highly desirable. In vivo experimental experience is desirable. Strong understanding of human and mouse genetics and/or auditory physiology is an advantage.