Scientist Pharmacokinetics (m/w/d)

Job Description

The Department of Pharmacokinetics, Dynamics, Metabolism, and Bioanalytics (PDMB) is looking for a Scientist Pharmacokinetics (m/w/d) to join our Regulated Bioanalytical team based in Schwabenheim, Germany.

We highly prefer candidates with experience in quantitative Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC/MS) based bioanalysis of therapeutic peptides, small molecules, and proteins. Familiarity with ligand binding methods for the bioanalysis of biotherapeutics is a plus.

In this role, you will contribute to our clinical regulated drug development studies. Your responsibilities will include developing and validating human clinical assays and assisting in the analysis of clinical trial samples to support program decisions.

Main Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop, validate, and utilize LC/MS assays for the determination of drug candidates in biological matrices
• Plan, conduct, evaluate and document bioanalytical studies in an authority-compliant manner
• Deliver high quality quantitative data in a timely manner to cross-functional collaborators for pharmacokinetic (PK) analysis
• Contribute to authoring of bioanalytical procedures, validation and study reports
• Communicate results effectively in presentations to stakeholders in partner organizations or at external scientific meetings

Your profile:

• Education Minimum Requirements:
• B.A./B.S. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
• Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline with 1 to 3 years of experience
• Knowledge of the basic principles of regulated bioanalysis and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English
• Ability to follow procedures and thoroughly document experiments
• Strong experience with validation and troubleshooting of chromatographic tandem mass spectrometric assays of small molecules
• Experience working within a regulated laboratory preferably in a GxP bioanalytical lab for clinical samples
• Familiarity with liquid handlers and other automation platforms for sample preparation and assay processes
• Ability to work efficiently and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work flexible hours within legal framework

Our offer:

• Flexible working hours (37.5 hours/week) and an attractive company pension scheme
• Competitive salary package: 13 monthly salaries + holiday pay + target bonus
• 30 days holiday entitlement
• Internal training and promotion opportunities
• International co-operations
• Training on the job
• Contributing your own ideas to the process design
• Insights into the development of veterinary medicinal products
• Corporate benefits and free (electric) car parking
• Good company canteen and a company health management program

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another’s thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

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Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

10%

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Required Skills:

Assay, Assay, Assay Development, Bioanalysis, Bioanalytical Analysis, Biochemical Analysis, Biochemical Assays, Biochemistry, Biopharmaceuticals, Biopharmaceutics, Business, Cell-Based Assays, Cell Culture Techniques, Chromeleon, Clinical Judgment, Clinical Testing, Clinical Trials Analysis, Communication, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Detail-Oriented, Drug Development, Drug Metabolism, Ethical Compliance, GLP Regulations {+ 18 more}

Preferred Skills:

Job Posting End Date:

06/11/2025

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Requisition ID:R348772