Remote Senior Research Scientist - Pharmacology

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,997,000 - 2,995,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthy compensation package

Stock options

Retirement savings plan

Professional development

Remote work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Research Scientist specializing in Pharmacology to join our remote-first drug discovery team. This role advances pre-clinical research, designs and interprets complex pharmacology studies, and contributes to novel therapeutics from anywhere in the world.

You will collaborate with medicinal chemists, biologists, and toxicologists across a distributed network, using in vitro and in vivo models, and translating results into actionable insights that drive candidate

Qualifications

• PhD in Pharmacology, Toxicology, or related life science.
• At least 7 years of progressive pharmacology research experience.
• Proven ability to design, execute, and interpret complex pharmacology studies.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and analyze pharmacology studies to assess drug efficacy and mechanism of action.
• Develop and validate assays to evaluate compound activity and target engagement.
• Interpret data, integrate findings with other discovery disciplines, and present results.
• Contribute to selection of candidate compounds for development based on pharmacological profiles.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a remote setting with clear communication.
• Stay abreast of literature and advancements in pharmacology and drug discovery.

Skills

Pharmacology expertise

Drug discovery

Remote collaboration

Scientific communication

Education

Ph.D. in Pharmacology or Toxicology

Tools

Receptor binding assays

Enzyme inhibition assays

Cell-based assays

Animal models

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an accomplished Senior Research Scientist specializing in Pharmacology to join their innovative, remote-first drug discovery team. This role is essential for advancing pre-clinical research, designing and interpreting complex pharmacology studies, and contributing to the development of novel therapeutics. You will collaborate closely with medicinal chemists, biologists, and toxicologists across a distributed network of scientists. This position offers the unique advantage of remote work, allowing you to contribute to groundbreaking research from anywhere while maintaining a vital role in our client's pipeline.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and analyze in vitro and in vivo pharmacology studies to assess drug efficacy and mechanism of action.
• Develop and validate novel assays to evaluate compound activity and target engagement.
• Interpret complex experimental data, integrate findings with other discovery disciplines, and present comprehensive results.
• Contribute to the selection of candidate compounds for further development based on pharmacological profiles.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a remote setting, ensuring clear communication and project alignment.
• Stay abreast of the latest scientific literature and technological advancements in pharmacology and drug discovery.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Toxicology, or a related life science discipline.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in pharmacological research, preferably within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Extensive hands-on experience with various pharmacological models and assays (e.g., receptor binding, enzyme inhibition, cellular assays, animal models).
• Proven ability to design, execute, and interpret complex pharmacology studies.
• Strong understanding of drug discovery and development processes.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, suitable for a remote work environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-driven bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous stock options and retirement savings plan.
• Support for professional development, including virtual conferences and online courses.
• A flexible, remote work environment focused on innovation and scientific impact.