Sr. Advisor, Molecular Pharmacology - Neuroscience

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 129,000 - 231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + pension

Medical, dental, vision

FSAs

Life insurance

Vacation and leave

Well-being programs

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Sr. Advisor, Molecular Pharmacology - Neuroscience to provide scientific leadership across neuroscience programs, focusing on molecular pharmacology, receptor biology, and characterization of therapeutic compounds.

The role shapes experimental strategies and translates findings into clear scientific direction. Remote position with collaboration across internal and external researchers to advance discovery and drug development, mentoring teams and guiding cross-functional

Qualifications

• PhD in Pharmacology, Neuroscience, or related field with significant drug discovery experience.
• 6+ years in the biopharmaceutical industry.
• Strong foundation in molecular pharmacology, receptor pharmacology and GPCR biology.
• Broad understanding of experimental approaches for characterizing compound pharmacology.
• Proven ability to develop scientific strategies and tackle complex drug discovery challenges.
• Experience directing collaborative research with internal and external partners.
• Demonstrated mentoring skills and ability to foster a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide scientific leadership for molecular pharmacology in neuroscience programs.
• Develop experimental plans addressing compound activity and receptor biology.
• Design and interpret pharmacological studies across various experimental systems.
• Guide characterization of therapeutic compounds using diverse approaches.
• Integrate pharmacological data to draw clear scientific conclusions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance research objectives.
• Establish partnerships with internal and external scientific collaborators.

Skills

Molecular pharmacology

Receptor pharmacology

GPCR biology

Drug discovery

Data interpretation

Collaboration

Mentoring

Education

PhD in Pharmacology/Neuroscience

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Sr. Advisor, Molecular Pharmacology - Neuroscience to join the team of a leader in the Pharmaceuticals & Biotech space.

This role will provide scientific leadership across neuroscience programs, with a focus on molecular pharmacology, receptor biology, and the characterization of therapeutic compounds. The Sr. Advisor will help shape experimental strategies, interpret complex data, and translate findings into clear scientific direction. This position will also collaborate closely with cross-functional partners and external researchers to advance discovery efforts and support impactful drug development outcomes.

Location: Remote

Compensation: $129,000 – $231,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Provide scientific leadership for molecular pharmacology in neuroscience programs
• Develop experimental plans addressing compound activity and receptor biology
• Design and interpret pharmacological studies across various experimental systems
• Guide characterization of therapeutic compounds using diverse approaches
• Integrate pharmacological data to draw clear scientific conclusions
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance research objectives
• Establish partnerships with internal and external scientific collaborators

Qualifications

• PhD in Pharmacology, Neuroscience, or a related field with significant drug discovery experience
• 6+ years in the biopharmaceutical industry
• Strong foundation in molecular pharmacology, particularly receptor pharmacology and GPCR biology
• Broad understanding of experimental approaches for characterizing compound pharmacology
• Proven ability to develop scientific strategies and tackle complex drug discovery challenges
• Experience directing collaborative research with internal and external partners
• Demonstrated mentoring skills and ability to foster a collaborative environment

Benefits

• Eligibility for a company-sponsored 401(k) and pension plan
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug benefits
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Life insurance and death benefits
• Vacation and leave of absence benefitsWell-being programs including employee assistance and fitness benefits

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.