Job Description

Our team at Nava is looking for an innovative in vivo scientist who is interested in joining a cutting-edge R&D team. We’re looking for motivated individuals who have experience working with animal models first-hand.

This role is an opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment and help drive the development of transformative therapies. If you or someone you know is interested – take a look at the attached JD and reach out to careers@navatx.com.

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The Company
Nava Tx is a rapidly growing, early-stage company that is developing cutting-edge, high-throughput
technologies to discover and advance novel delivery strategies for nucleic acid therapeutics. We are
deeply committed to our mission of making a difference in the daily lives of patients through clinical
impact. Our dynamic team values insights and contributions from all members and is dedicated to
maintaining an inclusive, respectful, and professional environment. We offer excellent opportunities for
growth, highly competitive benefits, and the chance to drive meaningful impact for patients.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Scientist in In Vivo Pharmacology to join our innovative team. This
individual will be a crucial contributor to our drug development efforts, focusing on evaluating the
pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and safety profiles of novel therapeutics. The ideal candidate will
have extensive experience in designing and conducting in vivo studies, with a strong background in
pharmacology, toxicology, or a related field. Experience with advanced in vivo techniques and data
analysis is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities

• Design and conduct in vivo pharmacology studies to assess drug efficacy, safety, and
  pharmacokinetics.
• Develop and implement experimental protocols (i.e. IACUC), including managing experimental
  flow for in vivo studies throughout the team.
• Collaborate cross functionally with various teams upstream and downstream to meet company
  objectives
• Evaluate, interpret, and compile relevant data to present to internal interdisciplinary teams
• Document results and records in electronic lab notebooks and ensure adequate laboratory
  practices are following regulatory standards for research readiness
  Qualifications
• BS (5+ years experience), or PhD with 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in conducting in vivo studies and technical proficiency with multiple routes of
  administration is required
• Strong technical skills in various in vivo techniques, including dosing regimens, blood sampling,
  and tissue collection is required
• Experience with animal handling and welfare regulations (e.g., IACUC guidelines) is strongly
  encouraged
• Experience with flow cytometry and panel building is strongly encouraged
• A team player able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced,
  entrepreneurial environment
  Salary Range: $120,000 – $130,000