Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc. is a global pharmaceutical company focused on addressing patient needs in various medical fields. They are seeking a dynamic Scientist II to advance translational research supporting oncology programs, responsible for designing and overseeing translational studies and biomarker analysis.
Responsibilities
- Develop hypotheses by integrating insights from scientific literature, preclinical and clinical data
- Design experiments to support identification of mechanism of action, resistance mechanisms, and potential indications
- Manage translational research and biomarker studies conducted with CROs and academic investigators to ensure high-quality, timely delivery of data
- Maintain organized, detailed logs of studies and data to ensure accuracy, reproducibility, and compliance with regulatory standards
- Present data and insights in internal meetings and cross-functional program team discussions
Skills
- PhD degree in a related field of science (Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular & Cellular biology, Cancer Biology, Immunology)
- 1-3 years of postdoctoral or industry research experience
- Scientific curiosity with ability to generate and test hypotheses that inform drug development
- Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills to interpret complex data
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in managing studies, data, and documentation
- Strong project management and vendor oversight skills
- Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced, evolving research environment
- Maintain organized, detailed logs of studies and data to ensure accuracy, reproducibility, and compliance with regulatory standards
- Present data and insights in internal meetings and cross-functional program team discussions
- Develop hypotheses by integrating insights from scientific literature, preclinical and clinical data
- Design experiments to support identification of mechanism of action, resistance mechanisms, and potential indications
- Manage translational research and biomarker studies conducted with CROs and academic investigators to ensure high-quality, timely delivery of data
- Familiarity with oncology research
- Experience in DNA damage response (DDR) biology or related pathways
Benefits
- Merit-based salary increases
- Short incentive plan participation
- Eligibility for our 401(k) plan
- Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances
- Leaves provided in line with your work state
- Flexible paid time off
- 11 paid holidays plus additional time off for a shut-down period during the last week of December
- 80 hours of paid sick time upon hire and each year thereafter
Company Overview
Sumitomo Pharma America (SMPA) is a science-based, technology-driven biopharmaceutical company focused on delivering therapeutic and scientific breakthroughs in areas of critical patient need in oncology, urology, women’s health, rare disease, cell and gene therapies and CNS. It was founded in 2023, and is headquartered in Marlborough, Massachusetts, US, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is .Company H1B Sponsorship
Sumitomo Pharma America, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2026, 8 in 2025, 9 in 2024, 14 in 2023. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.