Medical Scientist Researcher

Human Accent; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established company in the pharmaceutical industry seeks a Medical Scientist Researcher for their Parktown office. This role involves designing and executing innovative research projects, integrating AI into clinical protocols, and collaborating across teams to align research outcomes with strategic goals. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant medical qualification and demonstrate a passion for scientific discovery and innovation.

Qualifications

• Medical Doctor or valid qualifications in the pharmaceutical sector.
• Experience in pharmaceutical industry preferred; knowledge of nutraceuticals is a plus.
• Experience in AI integration advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute preclinical and/or clinical research studies.
• Collaborate with teams on predictive modeling and data mining.
• Present findings at scientific forums and contribute to publications.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Scientific writing

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Education

Medical Doctor

Pharmacist

Bio-medical scientist

Tools

AI tools

Job description

Our well-established client in the pharmaceutical industry has a vacancy available for Medical Scientist Researcher to be based at the Parktown office.

Main Purpose of Job

To contribute to innovative pharmaceutical research projects by designing, executing pre-clinical and clinical research projects.

Key Performance Areas (Core, essential responsibilities –outputs of the position)

Scientific Research & Protocol Management

• Design and execute preclinical and/or clinical research studies in line with ICH-GCP and other regulatory guidelines.
• Prepare detailed research protocols, study designs, and statistical analysis plans.
• Conduct literature reviews and scientific gap analyses to guide study focus and approach.
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards, research governance frameworks, and regulatory requirements.
  
  

AI & Data Science Integration

• To enhance clinical protocol using AI.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to use predictive modelling and data mining in drug target identification and lead optimisation.
• Interpret model outputs and integrate insights into the experimental research process.
• Drive the adoption of AI tools such as natural language processing (NLP) for literature mining, or computer vision for image analysis.
  
  

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Liaise with clinical, regulatory, quality, and commercial teams to align research outcomes with strategic objectives.
• Present findings to internal stakeholders and at scientific forums or conferences.
• Contribute to scientific publications and patent applications.
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

Minimum Requirements:

• Medical Doctor / Pharmacist / Bio-medical scientist.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry will be an added advantage/ Nutraceuticals
• Experience applying AI will be an added advantage.
  
  

Skills And Competencies

• Analytical thinking with a hypothesis-driven approach to problem solving.
• Excellent communication and scientific writing skills.
• Ability to synthesise complex data into actionable insights.
• Strong project management and organisational abilities.
• Passion for scientific discovery and innovation.
• Team player
  
  

General working conditions (e.g. shift work, driver’s license, specific tools, special clothing, environmental requirements, etc.)

• Office-based most with business travel where and when required.
• Flexibility to work outside of regular office hours, as needed, to accommodate business
• requirements.
• Own driver’s license and transport.