Principal Scientist II / Senior Principal Scientist (PK Science)

ZipRecruiter; Dalkeith; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company seeks a project leader in PK Sciences to drive projects from initiation through clinical phases. The ideal candidate will possess a PhD, MD, or PharmD and have a strong background in drug candidate profiling. This hybrid role requires excellent communication and leadership skills to navigate a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Strong team player with experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work in a changing scientific and regulatory environment.
• Curious mindset with interest in collaborative interactions.

Responsibilities

• Lead a PKS sub-team to define and implement strategies for compound progression.
• Analyze and interpret PK/PD/IG data, present results, and contribute to project decisions.
• Identify potential hurdles and propose solutions.

Skills

Communication

Team Leadership

Analytical Skills

Adaptability

Education

PhD, MD, or PharmD in life sciences or healthcare

Job description

Job Description

This job is with Novartis, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the + business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.

Summary: Over 50 projects are supported in the Immunology Therapeutic Area within the PK Sciences department. We provide PK and PK/PD strategies from early discovery through registration and beyond. The portfolio includes small molecules, targeted protein degraders, biologics, CAR-T cell therapies, and T-cell engagers. As our portfolio grows, we seek a team member to drive projects from Project Start through Lead Optimizations, including First-in-Human (FiH) and clinical phases.

Your responsibilities:

1. Represent PK Sciences as a core member of cross-functional teams supporting projects.
2. Lead a PKS sub-team to define and implement strategies for compound progression and development.
3. Analyze and interpret PK/PD/IG data, present results, and contribute to project decisions.
4. Identify potential hurdles, propose solutions, and develop contingency plans.
5. Present PKS plans at review boards and seek approval for strategies and budgets.
6. Publish internally or externally to enhance visibility of Novartis and PK Sciences.

This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of three days on-site in the London office per week or twelve days per month.

Note: We cannot offer permit sponsorship for this role.

About the Role

What you'll bring to the role:

• Ability to work in and adapt to a changing scientific and regulatory environment.
• Strong team player with excellent communication skills and experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Curious mindset and genuine interest in collaborative interactions across disciplines.
• PhD, MD, or PharmD in life sciences or healthcare.
• Credible background and expertise in drug candidate profiling for progression to FiH.

Why Novartis? Our purpose is to reimagine medicine to improve and extend people's lives. Our vision is to become the most valued and trusted medicines company. Our people drive us daily. Join us to be part of this mission! Learn more: https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

You'll receive: Details on benefits and rewards are in the Novartis Life Handbook: https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards

Commitment: We are committed to an inclusive, diverse work environment that reflects the communities we serve.

Accessibility & Accommodation: We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with medical conditions. Contact: [e-mail] with your request and contact details, including the job requisition number.

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