Lead Pharmaceutical Scientist

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Klerksdorp, North West, South Africa is seeking an experienced Lead Pharmaceutical Scientist to guide drug discovery and formulation development. You will oversee a team of scientists, set research priorities, and drive preclinical studies from our Klerksdorp base.

The role emphasizes designing robust experimental protocols, analyzing complex data, ensuring regulatory compliance, and contributing to strategic R&D initiatives aimed at novel therapies that improve patient health.

Qualifications

• Experience leading pharma R&D teams.
• In-depth knowledge of drug discovery processes.
• Experience with preclinical studies and regulatory expectations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee drug discovery initiatives and project portfolios.
• Guide formulation development for candidate drugs.
• Manage preclinical studies and coordinating with cross-functional teams.
• Set research priorities and milestones for R&D programs.
• Design robust experimental protocols and study plans.
• Analyze complex data to inform decision making.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and quality systems.

Skills

Leadership

Drug discovery

Formulation development

Preclinical studies

Experimental design

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent pharmaceutical research company, is seeking an experienced Lead Pharmaceutical Scientist to oversee critical drug discovery and development initiatives. This leadership role, located in Klerksdorp, North West , involves guiding a team of scientists in the exploration of new drug candidates, formulation development, and preclinical studies. The Lead Pharmaceutical Scientist will be responsible for setting research priorities, designing experimental protocols, analyzing complex data, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. This is a vital position within our client's R&D structure, contributing directly to the advancement of novel therapies. We are looking for a candidate with a deep understanding of pharmaceutical sciences, strong leadership capabilities, and a passion for improving patient health from our Klerksdorp base. Contribute to impactful pharmaceutical innovation in the North West .