Scientist

Summary

Join Tarsus Pharmaceuticals as a Scientist in the Innovation Lab, where you'll play a key role in designing, executing, and analyzing preclinical experiments for new eye care treatments. You'll manage external research collaborations with CROs and academic partners, conduct hands-on experiments in the lab, and translate unmet needs into viable therapeutic strategies. This position requires a PhD in a scientific field or equivalent experience, expertise in preclinical studies, and strong analytical and communication skills. Tarsus offers a hybrid work environment, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative culture.

Requirements

• PhD in a scientific field required OR MS with 4+ years life sciences experience OR BS with 6+ years life sciences experience
• Experience designing and executing preclinical studies, with expertise in in vitro techniques and cell/tissue culture
• Experience managing external research collaborations (CROs or academic partnerships) and multiple concurrent projects
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting complex data, with ability to clearly communicate scientific findings
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while aligning with strategic objectives

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage external research collaborations with CROs and academic partners
• Design experimental protocols for various testing methods including phantom model testing, cell/tissue culturing, and ex vivo experimentation
• Coordinate with external partners on in vivo ophthalmology models for efficacy, pharmacokinetics, and toxicity studies
• Conduct hands-on experiments in our internal laboratory facility
• Conduct basic science and clinical literature reviews, and be able to succinctly summarize in presentations disease pathophysiologic mechanisms and potential translation of various therapies
• Analyze, interpret, and present complex scientific data to guide therapeutic development decisions
• Contribute to the continued development of our laboratory infrastructure
• Guide and potentially manage future scientific team members as the lab expands
• Work collaboratively with the Innovation Lab team to translate areas of unmet need into viable therapeutic strategies
• Stay current with scientific and medical literature in relevant therapeutic areas

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience setting up or managing laboratory operations a plus
• Scientific ophthalmology experience highly preferred

Benefits

• The position will be based in our beautiful Irvine office, complete with a courtyard, snacks, drinks, and occasional catered meals
• We provide a hybrid work environment and remote is an option
• We are passionate about our culture! Our Tarsans live our values of commitment to patients, empowerment to champion innovation, and teamwork to amplify impact!
• The expected base pay range for this position is $93,700 - $131,300 plus bonus, stock equity, and comprehensive benefits
• Our benefits include health, dental and vision insurance benefits to ensure your well-being
• We believe in work-life balance and offer generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and personal days