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As an emerging biotech company, Cara Therapeutics is growing. Cara Therapeutics is located in Shelton, CT. In addition to the Current Opportunities listed below, we anticipate near term hiring in the following key areas:

Accounting/Finance
Administration
Clinical Development
Research Assistants / Associates (cell, molecular biology, in vivo pharmacology and chemistry)

Highly qualified individuals are encouraged to apply by submitting a cover letter and resume/CV to jobs@caratherapeutics.com.

Current Opportunities

Group Leader/Associate Director, Inflammation/Pain
Consultant / Senior Project Manager

Group Leader/Associate Director, Inflammation/Pain

Job Description

The individual will be responsible for leading the molecular pharmacology group, including advising and developing strategies with project leaders on issues related to the molecular and cell biology and in vitro pharmacology of GPCRs and other targets in support of our drug discovery programs for the development of novel therapeutics to treat pain and inflammation.

• Oversee and provide scientific leadership for exploring inflammatory processes and pathways related to our drug discovery programs

• Assume a leading role in collaboration with the In Vivo Pharmacology group in the selection and validation of novel drug targets including traditional GPCRs as well as novel GPCR dimer targets related to inflammatory disorders and pain

• Participate on project teams to facilitate the identification and optimization of drug development candidates, and interact with project leaders/teams and other research functions to develop and implement appropriate research strategies related to the mechanisms and pathways associated with pain and inflammation

• Supervise, coordinate and problem-solve efforts on in vitro cell biology, molecular biology and biochemistry

Requirements

• Ph.D. degree or equivalent in Immunology, Neuroscience, Molecular Biology, or related field with 5+ years of industry experience
• Strong expertise in the molecular biology and pharmacology of GPCRs related to drug discovery required; specific expertise in the area of inflammatory disease or pain is desirable
• Requirements include strong scientific achievements and expertise, as well as recognition for creative work in the field of pain research as evidenced by an excellent publication record
• Experience effectively managing and supervising professionals with strong leadership skills preferred
• Excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills are required

Please send cover letter and CV to: jobs@caratherapeutics.com

Consultant / Senior Project Manager

Job Description

Manager of clinical operations aspects for the CR845 clinical program to coordinate and manage interactions with and oversight of CROs , contracts and interactions with investigators, other services and vendors. Set up and maintenance of TMFs and assist in the preparation of regulatory documents such as Annual Reports and Clinical Monitoring Plans

Requirements

Science background RN, MS, MSN or other equivalent training with 4-7 years in clinical research at pharmaceutical, biotech or CRO companies. Solid understanding of ICH-GCPs, and FDA regulations and proven experience in dealing with all aspects of clinical operations. Travel – 10 to 15 % .

Job Conditions

Consultant / Independent contractor to work minimum three days on site up to 40 hours per week. The duration of the temporary contract is for 3 months expandable to 6 months; Competitive hourly rate.

Please send cover letter and CV to: jobs@caratherapeutics.com