Senior Scientist – Rc Discovery Biology

Fusion Pharmaceuticals, a member of the AstraZeneca Group

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Base: $108,713.60 - $142,686.60; bonus/equity: var...
On-site 5 days/week
Radioconjugate drug discovery
Tumor and radiation biology
Molecular and cellular biology techniques
Fusion Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Senior Scientist in RC Discovery Biology to lead innovative research in tumor and radiation biology at its Hamilton, Ontario location. The role requires independent project leadership and collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop next-generation radioconjugate therapies

Job Summary

  • This role drives innovative research at the interface of tumor and radiation biology, shaping scientific strategy and supporting project progression from early discovery towards the clinic.
  • You will serve as an independent technical lead for radioconjugate programs, collaborating with cross-functional teams and external partners to generate critical program data for project milestone decisions.
  • AstraZeneca values kindness alongside ambition and empowers people to take smart risks, learn quickly, and see their ideas translate into real options for patients worldwide.

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Fusion Pharmaceuticals is seeking a Senior Scientist in RC Discovery Biology to lead innovative research in tumor and radiation biology at its Hamilton, Ontario location. The role requires independent project leadership and collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop next-generation radioconjugate therapies.

Salary

Base: $108,713.60 - $142,686.60; Bonus/Equity: Variable Pay Bonus/Short Term Incentive opportunity, equity-based long-term incentive program; Benefits: Flex Benefits & Retirement Savings Program, 4 weeks’ paid vacation, annual Personal Days

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Radioconjugate drug discovery
  • Tumor and radiation biology
  • Molecular and cellular biology techniques
  • Radiation biology
  • Mechanism of action studies
  • Immunohistochemistry
  • Preclinical in vitro pharmacology studies
  • Radioligand binding assays
  • Internalization and retention assays
  • In vivo pharmacology study design
  • Data interpretation
  • Scientific strategy development
  • Cross-functional team collaboration
  • Good Laboratory Standards (GLS) compliance
  • Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) standards

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in biopharmaceutical industry
  • Oncology drug discovery
  • Radiopharmaceutical drug discovery
  • AI-enabled insights
  • Novel biomarkers
  • Innovative endpoints

Key Requirements

  • PhD Degree with 3+ years of experience
  • Master’s Degree with 5+ years of experience
  • Bachelor’s Degree with 7+ years and project leadership experience
  • Proven track record of contributing to multidisciplinary project teams
  • Experience presenting complex scientific concepts
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor junior scientists

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