Research Associate - Pharmaceutical Development

Placements24; Queenstown; Remote; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Flexible hours

Training & development

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Research Associate for our remote-first pharmaceutical development team. You will work with senior scientists to perform experiments, analyze data, and advance projects from discovery to clinical stages, in a flexible remote setting suited for focused scientific work.

The role emphasizes hands-on lab experience, data integrity, and collaboration across distant teams, with opportunities for professional training and exposure to novel therapeutics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a life science field such as Biochemistry or Pharmacology.
• Minimum 3 years' pharma/biotech research experience.
• Experience with cell culture, ELISA, and basic molecular biology methods.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory experiments to support drug discovery and development.
• Design, execute, and analyze PK/PD studies.
• Contribute to formulation development and stability testing.
• Record data, maintain notebooks, and prepare study reports.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a remote setting.

Skills

Cell culture

ELISA

Molecular biology

Data recording

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biochemistry/Pharmacology/Molecular Biology

Tools

Standard lab techniques

Regulatory knowledge basics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Research Associate to join their innovative remote-first pharmaceutical development team. This position is vital for supporting the research and development of new drug candidates, focusing on preclinical studies and formulation development. You will work closely with senior scientists to conduct experiments, analyze data, and contribute to the progression of projects from discovery to clinical trials. This role provides an excellent opportunity for an individual passionate about drug development to contribute significantly to impactful projects in a flexible, remote setting, advancing therapeutic solutions and fostering a collaborative scientific environment across distances.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory experiments to support drug discovery and development programs, including cell-based assays and biochemical tests.
• Assist in the design, execution, and analysis of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic studies.
• Contribute to the formulation development and stability testing of drug candidates.
• Accurately record experimental data, maintain laboratory notebooks, and prepare study reports.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a remote setting, ensuring seamless project progression.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, or a related life science field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a pharmaceutical or biotech research setting.
• Hands-on experience with standard laboratory techniques, including cell culture, ELISA, and basic molecular biology methods.
• Familiarity with drug development processes and regulatory requirements.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a remote work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package suitable for remote employees.
• Flexible working hours and the convenience of working from home.
• Access to virtual training and development opportunities.
• Opportunity to contribute to the development of novel therapeutics.
• A collaborative and supportive remote team culture focused on scientific advancement.