Senior Research Scientist - Pharmacology

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development

Paid time off

Research environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Senior Research Scientist to join a dynamic pharmacology team in Queenstown. You will design and conduct in vitro and in vivo studies, identify targets, and contribute to preclinical and clinical development strategies in a hybrid work model.

The ideal candidate has a PhD, 5+ years in drug discovery, strong data analysis, and excellent collaboration and communication skills to work across chemists, biologists, and clinical scientists.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Toxicology, or related life science.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-doctoral or industry experience in drug discovery and development.
• Proven expertise in designing and conducting in vitro and in vivo pharmacology studies.
• Strong understanding of drug metabolism, pharmacokinetics, and toxicology principles.
• Excellent data analysis and interpretation skills, with proficiency in relevant software.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in a team-oriented environment in Queenstown.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute complex pharmacological studies, including in vitro assays and in vivo models, to assess drug candidate efficacy and mechanisms of action.
• Characterize drug metabolism and pharmacokinetic (DMPK) properties, and assess potential toxicity.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data, prepare detailed reports, and present findings to research teams and leadership.
• Collaborate with medicinal chemists, biologists, and other scientists to advance drug discovery programs.
• Contribute to the development of new assays and experimental methodologies to enhance research capabilities.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements and literature in pharmacology and related fields.

Skills

Data analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Experimental design

Education

Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Toxicology, or related life science

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Research Scientist to join their dynamic pharmacology department in Queenstown. This role is central to advancing drug discovery and development efforts, focusing on identifying and validating novel therapeutic targets and characterizing drug efficacy and safety profiles. You will conduct sophisticated in vitro and in vivo studies, contributing critical data to guide preclinical and clinical development strategies. The ideal candidate possesses a deep scientific understanding, extensive hands-on experimental expertise, and a collaborative spirit, eager to contribute to impactful research in a hybrid work model.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute complex pharmacological studies , including in vitro assays and in vivo models, to assess drug candidate efficacy and mechanisms of action.
• Characterize drug metabolism and pharmacokinetic (DMPK) properties, and assess potential toxicity.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data, prepare detailed reports, and present findings to research teams and leadership.
• Collaborate with medicinal chemists, biologists, and other scientists to advance drug discovery programs.
• Contribute to the development of new assays and experimental methodologies to enhance research capabilities.
• Stay abreast of the latest advancements and literature in pharmacology and related fields.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Toxicology, or a related life science discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-doctoral or industry experience in drug discovery and development.
• Proven expertise in designing and conducting in vitro and in vivo pharmacology studies.
• Strong understanding of drug metabolism, pharmacokinetics, and toxicology principles.
• Excellent data analysis and interpretation skills, with proficiency in relevant software.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in a team-oriented environment in Queenstown.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus potential.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development, including conferences and training programs.
• Paid time off and retirement savings plan.
• A stimulating research environment focused on developing novel therapeutics.