Posted:	12/13/2012
Job Title:	Laboratory Head: Neurodegenerative and Neurological Diseases
Employer:	Pfizer Inc., Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Description:	The Lab Head in the Neurodegeneration and Neurologic Disease group will be responsible for leading a group of 3-5 scientists and postdoctoral fellows working to identify and probe novel mechanisms and pathways for neurodegenerative and neurological diseases. Specifically, he/she will work closely to identify, validate and implement strategies for developing novel medicines for neurodegenerative and neurological disorders including but not limited to pathways involved with protein misfolding, brain energy metabolism, and neurotransmitter systems. Responsibilities Develop and implement strategies to identify and validate novel mechanisms associated with neurodegenerative and neurological diseases. Direct and execute experiments that achieve deep mechanistic understanding of disease. In conjunction with the Department Head and other Lab Heads, ensure strong collaborations to utilize and maximize intellectual and technical strengths across the Neuroscience Research Unit. Collaborate with key internal and external biomedical scientists to drive improved understanding of disease pathophysiology across the drug discovery value chain.
Requirements:	Training & Education Preferred: Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. Deep insight and knowledge of neurodegenerative and neurological diseases Established track record of publication, innovation and interdisciplinary interactions Prior experience preferred: 5+ years postdoctoral research experience; track record of leading a scientific team in academia or industry Established record of high quality scientific research Experience mentoring junior scientists Inclusive thinker with broad knowledge and understanding of biological systems Is a team player adaptable to many different roles within a team setting Engenders trust, respect and confidence as a leader Has interpersonal skills, exhibits empathy with others, perceives impact of actions and words on others, draws ideas out from others and builds upon them, provides open and frank feedback (both positive and negative) in a constructive fashion Accurately assesses talent and puts colleagues in roles commensurate with their skills, ambitions, and abilities
Contact:	All applicants should directly apply at www.pfizercareers.com and search for job opening 972743.