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Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people with serious and life-threatening diseases. They discovered and developed the first medicines to treat the underlying cause of cystic fibrosis (CF), a rare, life-threatening genetic disease. In addition to clinical development programs in CF, Vertex has more than a dozen ongoing research programs focused on the underlying mechanisms of other serious diseases.
Vertex Pharmaceuticals is seeking a highly motivated and experienced protein structural biologist to join our San Diego Protein Sciences team. This team is responsible for all gene to structure work as well as cell-based approaches to study the mechanism of action of new and existing therapies. The team has a strong track record in applying structural biology to drug discovery.
This critical role will:
Support Vertex to continually strengthen internal capabilities, structure-based new drug design and exploit external centers of excellence.
Lead a team of 3-4 scientists, set a clear direction and vision for the future success of the team and will evolve the team’s use of cutting-edge technologies in structural biology and biophysics to develop novel and creative solutions to support drug discovery efforts.
Design and performs sophisticated and complex, technically challenging experiments that impact critical project goals.
Generates effective hypotheses to pursue project goals and encourages the use of new experimental approaches.
Integrate and collaborate with related functions in Boston and Oxford and represent Vertex within the wider community in strategic partnerships.
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The diversity and authenticity of our people is part of what makes Vertex unique, and we recognize that each employee brings diverse perspectives and strengths. By embracing those strengths and celebrating differences, we are fostering an inclusive culture where each of us can bring our authentic selves to work, inspire innovation together, and change people’s lives. Their vision is clear: to be the place where an authentic, diverse mix of talent want to come, to stay, and do their best work.
Feel free to reach out to me directly with any questions. Any help spreading the word about this exciting, new role is appreciated!
Matt Herman
Talent Acquisition Business Partner, RPPS/Technical Operations
Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Direct: 858-404-8432
