Associate Director - Cellular Pharmacology

JR United Kingdom; Paisley; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading drug discovery organization in Paisley is looking for an Associate Director of Cellular Pharmacology to lead a talented team in advancing novel therapeutics. This role offers the opportunity to influence drug discovery strategies and work in a collaborative, innovation-focused environment while enjoying a competitive compensation package.

Benefits

Access to state-of-the-art facilities

Mentorship and collaboration focus

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in pharmacology, cell biology, or related fields.
• Proven track record in leading drug discovery projects.
• Deep understanding of cellular pharmacology techniques.

Responsibilities

• Provide scientific leadership and strategic direction for cellular assay development.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams for preclinical drug discovery campaigns.
• Guide and mentor a talented team of scientists.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Cellular Pharmacology Techniques

Education

PhD in Pharmacology

Equivalent Experience

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10.06.2025

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25.07.2025

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Job Description:

Associate Director of Cellular Pharmacology

Drug Discovery / Preclinical Research

A well-established and rapidly growing drug discovery organisation is seeking an accomplished and visionary Associate Director to lead a dynamic Cellular Pharmacology team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in advancing novel therapeutics across a diverse pipeline of disease areas, working in a collaborative, science-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide scientific leadership and strategic direction for cellular assay development and phenotypic screening.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams to deliver preclinical drug discovery campaigns to key milestones.
• Oversee assay design, development, validation, and implementation in high-throughput formats.
• Guide and mentor a talented team of scientists while fostering cross-functional collaboration.
• Act as a scientific representative in client meetings, contributing to program design and reporting.

Requirements:

• PhD (or equivalent experience) in pharmacology, cell biology, or related field.
• Proven track record in leading drug discovery projects within biotech, pharma, or CRO settings.
• Deep understanding of cellular pharmacology techniques, including target engagement, pathway analysis, and phenotypic screening.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.

Why Join:

• Join a science-first organization with access to state-of-the-art facilities and diverse platforms.
• Influence the direction of drug discovery strategies at an organizational level.
• Supportive culture with a focus on mentorship, collaboration, and innovation.
• Competitive compensation package with career growth opportunities.