Junior PKPD Modeller

JR United Kingdom; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company seeks a Junior PK/PD Modeler for its Clinical Pharmacology and Modeling team in Aberdeen. This role is ideal for recent graduates passionate about pharmacometrics, offering collaboration with seasoned experts and opportunities for career growth in a data-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or early-career scientist required.
• Understanding of basic modeling concepts is essential.
• Exposure to relevant software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and applying PK/PD models for clinical development.
• Perform pharmacokinetic analyses and contribute to reports.
• Collaborate with teams across clinical development.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Understanding of PK/PD principles

Eagerness to learn

Education

MSc or PhD in pharmacokinetics, pharmaceutical sciences, or pharmacometrics

Tools

NONMEM

R

Phoenix

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Barrington James is partnered with a leading biopharmaceutical company to recruit a Junior PK/PD Modeler to join their expanding Clinical Pharmacology and Modeling team.

This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career scientist with a passion for pharmacometrics to grow in a supportive, data-driven environment. You will work alongside experienced pharmacometricians to support drug development through PK/PD modeling and analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and applying PK/PD models to support clinical development
• Perform non-compartmental and basic model-based pharmacokinetic analyses
• Work with tools such as NONMEM, R, or Phoenix (training available)
• Contribute to regulatory and internal reports and presentations
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across clinical development

Requirements:

• MSc or PhD in a relevant field (e.g., pharmacokinetics, pharmaceutical sciences, pharmacometrics)
• Understanding of PK/PD principles and basic modeling concepts
• Exposure to relevant software is a plus, but not essential
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a scientific environment

This is a fantastic opportunity to launch or advance your career in a high-impact, scientifically rigorous setting with clear paths for progression.