Cytokinetics is a late-stage, specialty cardiovascular biopharmaceutical company focused on discovering, developing and commercializing first-in-class muscle activators and next-in-class muscle inhibitors as potential treatments for debilitating diseases in which cardiac muscle performance is compromised. As a leader in muscle biology and the mechanics of muscle performance, the company is developing small molecule drug candidates specifically engineered to impact myocardial muscle function and contractility.

We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate II to support our pharmacology efforts focused on muscle biology programs. As Research Associate II, you will conduct and manage in vivo experiments to evaluate the efficacy of novel small molecule compounds in the treatment of cardiac and skeletal muscle diseases. This role requires a proactive individual who can collaborate within a multidisciplinary team and contribute to advancing compounds through preclinical research and development.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct and manage in vivo experiments assessing the efficacy of small molecule compounds related to cardiac diseases
Oversee animal colony cohorts for in vivo studies, ensuring adherence to ethical guidelines and protocols
Measure biomarkers of disease progression and compound efficacy
Collaborate closely with team members to identify, characterize, and progress compounds through preclinical research stages
Document experimental results, manage data, prepare and present summary presentations to project teams

Qualifications:

BS/MS in Biology, Physiology, Pharmacology, or a related field with 2+ years of relevant research experience
Proficiency in basic rodent handling and dosing techniques is required
Experience in small animal surgery and assessment of cardiac function (e.g., echocardiography, etc) is highly desired
Experience with biochemical, cellular, and molecular biology techniques (e.g., western blots, qPCR, immunohistochemistry, enzyme assays, etc) are highly desired
Basic data management skills and the ability to present data clearly and effectively
Experience in a pharmaceutical/biotechnology environment is a plus
Team-oriented, detail-oriented, proactive
Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential

What We Offer:

A collaborative and innovative work environment
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Competitive salary and benefits package

If you are passionate about advancing research in muscle biology and possess the qualifications outlined above, we invite you to apply and join our dynamic team at Cytokinetics.

Actual salary at the time of hire may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant qualifications, skills, and experience, as well as the service line and location where this position may be filled.

Salary Pay Range

$94,000—$114,000 USD

Our employees come from different backgrounds, and we celebrate those differences. We are looking for the best candidates for our open roles, but do not expect applicants to meet every qualification in order to be considered. If you are excited about what you could accomplish at Cytokinetics and believe you can add value to our team, we would love to hear from you.

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Our passion is anchored in robust scientific thinking, grounded in integrity and critical thinking. We keep the patient front and center in all we do – all actions and decisions are in service of the patient and their caregivers. We champion integrity, ethics, doing the right thing, and being our best selves.

Please visit our website at: www.cytokinetics.com

Cytokinetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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