Remote Principal Scientist, Drug Discovery & Leadership
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Job summary
Placements24 is seeking a Principal Research Scientist to lead strategic drug discovery initiatives in a remote, globally distributed team. You will design and oversee experiments, interpret complex data, and drive scientific strategy to translate insights into therapeutic solutions.
The role requires a PhD and at least 8 years of post-PhD experience in biotech/pharma, with strong leadership and communication skills to mentor researchers and collaborate跨-functional teams.
Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Immunology, Pharmacology, Biotechnology, or a related life science discipline.
- Minimum of 8 years of relevant research experience, preferably in biotech/pharma.
- Proven track record leading research projects and delivering impactful outcomes.
- Strong experimental design, data analysis, and scientific interpretation.
- Deep understanding of drug discovery and development processes.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and execution of research projects across molecular biology, immunology, or pharmacology.
- Develop and optimize experimental protocols and assays for drug discovery and validation.
- Analyze and interpret complex biological data to inform next steps.
- Mentor junior scientists and foster a high-performance, collaborative environment.
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Job description
Placements24 is seeking a Principal Research Scientist to lead strategic drug discovery initiatives in a remote, globally distributed team. You will design and oversee experiments, interpret complex data, and drive scientific strategy to translate insights into therapeutic solutions.
The role requires a PhD and at least 8 years of post-PhD experience in biotech/pharma, with strong leadership and communication skills to mentor researchers and collaborate跨-functional teams.
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