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Jazz Pharmaceuticalsis a global biopharma company whose purpose is to innovate to transform the lives of patients and their families. We are dedicated to developing life-changing medicines for people with serious diseases - often with limited or no therapeutic options. We have a diverse portfolio of marketed medicines, including leading therapies for sleep disorders and epilepsy, and a growing portfolio of cancer treatments. Our patient-focused and science-driven approach powers pioneering research and development advancements across our robust pipeline of innovative therapeutics in oncology and neuroscience. Jazz is headquartered inDublin, Irelandwith research and development laboratories, manufacturing facilities and employees in multiple countries committed to serving patients worldwide. Please visitwww.jazzpharmaceuticals.comfor more information.

Brief Description:

Responsible for designing and executing experiments relating to the efficacy and mechanism of action of anticancer compounds with little supervision, with a specific focus on neuro-oncology. Responsible for documenting and archiving experimental protocols, data, analyses, and conclusions according to established laboratory procedures. Expected to participate in communication of research into publications, conference presentations, abstracts, and patent applications. Self-motivated and works under general supervision on multiple projects. This position is a full time laboratory-based position.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Manage cell culture of cancers, including neurospheres
• Perform in vitro efficacy, mechanism of action, target validation, and biomarker studies with cancer therapeutics, with an emphasis on CNS tumor models.
• Create stable cell lines with CRISPR and inducible expression of relevant biomarkers.
• Create or adapt reporter systems for relevant molecular targets.
• Present summary results for internal communications and external presentations.
• Support preparation of conference abstracts and manuscripts for publication as needed.
• Develop proper operational, data documentation, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Such other responsibilities and projects that the Company may assign.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Requires the ability to perform routine laboratory work, sit or stand at a computer for long stretches of time and type. Frequently operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets and office equipment. May occasionally lift objects up to 25 pounds.
• Five or more years of industry or post-doctoral experience on the bench dedicated to neuro-oncology.
• Demonstrated expertise in neuro-oncology biology, as well as therapeutics.
• Experience in oncology and pharmacology assays and techniques.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication including publications and conference presentations.
• Team player who is highly organized and able to manage multiple concurrent projects with minimal oversight.
• Forward-thinking with the ability to anticipate challenges and proactively implement solutions.
• Computer proficient.
• Experience driving advancement of numerous projects simultaneously.
• Ability to identify and initiate tasks, set goals for completion, create timelines, and monitor progress to ensure completion.
• Strong sense of urgency to meet business needs.
• A positive, "hands-on" approach to the position.
• Demonstrated ability to react and respond professionally to changing priorities and timelines.
• Demonstrated success in working in a matrix, cross-functional environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly both written and oral and work independently with a high level of attention to detail.

Required/Preferred Education and Licenses

• Ph.D. in cancer biology, molecular/cell biology, biochemistry, pharmacology, or related fields, or master's degree with relevant experience.

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Jazz Pharmaceuticals is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

FOR US BASED CANDIDATES ONLY

Jazz Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices and we strive to provide employees with total compensation packages that are market competitive.For this role, the full and complete base pay range is:

Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, and other pertinent factors. The goal is to ensure fair and competitive compensation aligned with the candidate's expertise and contributions, within the established pay framework and our Total Compensation philosophy. Internal equity considerations will also influence individual base pay decisions. This range will be reviewed on a regular basis.

At Jazz, your base pay is only one part of your total compensation package. The successful candidate may also be eligible for a discretionary annual cash bonus or incentive compensation (depending on the role), in accordance with the terms of the Company's Global Cash Bonus Plan or Incentive Compensation Plan, as well as discretionary equity grants in accordance with Jazz's Long Term Equity Incentive Plan.

The successful candidate will also be eligible to participate in various benefits offerings, including, but not limited to, medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k retirement savings plan, and flexible paid vacation.For more information on our Benefits offerings please click here: https://careers.jazzpharma.com/benefits.html