Pharmaceutical Research Scientist

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Cutting-edge facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Pharmaceutical Research Scientist to join its cutting-edge R&D team in Stellenbosch. The hybrid role balances laboratory-based research with remote data analysis and reporting, enabling you to contribute to the discovery and development of novel therapeutic compounds.

You will collaborate with medicinal chemists, biologists, and clinicians to drive projects from concept to early-stage development in a state-of-the-art facility, applying rigorous experimental design,

Qualifications

• PhD or Master’s in Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry or related life science field.
• 3–5 years post‑doctoral or industry research experience in drug discovery.
• Proven experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques and assay development.
• Strong understanding of drug discovery processes and principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and optimize complex laboratory experiments to identify and characterize drug candidates.
• Perform advanced analytical techniques and interpret data to guide research direction.
• Contribute to development of new drug discovery methodologies and technologies.
• Collaborate with medicinal chemists, biologists, and pharmacologists to advance projects.
• Document procedures, results, and conclusions in notebooks and reports.
• Stay abreast of literature and industry trends in pharmaceutical research.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Scientific communication

Laboratory techniques

Remote data analysis

Education

PhD or Master's in Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry

Tools

Assay development

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and innovative Pharmaceutical Research Scientist to join their cutting-edge R&D team in Stellenbosch . This hybrid role allows for a balance between laboratory-based research and remote data analysis and reporting. You will be instrumental in the discovery and development of novel pharmaceutical compounds, contributing to the next generation of therapeutic solutions. This position requires a strong background in drug discovery, excellent experimental design skills, and a passion for scientific advancement. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of scientists and clinicians to drive research projects from concept to early-stage development, working in a state-of-the-art research facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and optimize complex laboratory experiments to identify and characterize potential drug candidates.
• Perform advanced analytical techniques and interpret experimental data to guide research direction.
• Contribute to the development of new drug discovery methodologies and technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including medicinal chemists, biologists, and pharmacologists, to advance research projects.
• Document experimental procedures, results, and conclusions meticulously in research notebooks and reports.
• Stay abreast of the latest scientific literature and industry trends in pharmaceutical research.

Requirements

• PhD or Master's degree in Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, or a related life science field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of post-doctoral or industry research experience in drug discovery.
• Proven experience with a range of molecular and cellular biology techniques and assay development.
• Strong understanding of drug discovery processes and principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and scientific communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in both a laboratory setting and remotely for data analysis and reporting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Access to state-of-the-art research facilities and cutting-edge technology.
• Opportunities for publication and presentation of scientific findings.
• Collaborative and dynamic research environment that fosters innovation.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.