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Principal Drug Discovery Scientist - Remote
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Our client is at the forefront of pharmaceutical innovation and is actively seeking a highly accomplished Principal Drug Discovery Scientist to join their world-class remote research team. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence the direction of novel therapeutic development from the convenience of your home office. The successful candidate will possess deep expertise in identifying and validating new drug targets, designing and optimizing small molecule or biologic drug candidates, and advancing pre-clinical research programs. You will be instrumental in driving critical decisions, providing scientific leadership, and mentoring junior scientists. A Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related life science discipline is mandatory, along with a minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with a strong focus on drug discovery. Proven success in leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple discovery projects concurrently is essential. The ideal candidate will have a robust understanding of target identification and validation, assay development, lead optimization, and pre-clinical efficacy and safety studies. Experience with specific therapeutic areas and their associated biological pathways is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities:
This critical role is designed for a seasoned scientist who is passionate about pushing the boundaries of pharmaceutical research and development. As a fully remote position, it requires exceptional organizational skills, proactive communication, and the ability to thrive in an autonomous work environment. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated history of significant contributions to successful drug discovery programs. Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) is advantageous. Join our client and play a pivotal role in bringing life-changing medicines to patients, with your contributions originating from your remote workspace, influencing programs associated with the research hub near **Kericho, Kericho, KE**.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and mentor teams of scientists in drug discovery projects.
- Identify, validate, and prosecute novel drug targets.
- Design, synthesize, and optimize small molecule or biologic drug candidates.
- Develop and implement robust in vitro and in vivo assays.
- Oversee pre-clinical development studies, including efficacy, ADME, and toxicology.
- Interpret complex scientific data and make critical go/no-go decisions.
- Collaborate with internal R&D departments and external partners.
- Contribute to the development of intellectual property and regulatory filings.
- Stay current with scientific literature and emerging technologies in drug discovery.
- Present research findings at scientific conferences and contribute to publications.
This critical role is designed for a seasoned scientist who is passionate about pushing the boundaries of pharmaceutical research and development. As a fully remote position, it requires exceptional organizational skills, proactive communication, and the ability to thrive in an autonomous work environment. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated history of significant contributions to successful drug discovery programs. Familiarity with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) is advantageous. Join our client and play a pivotal role in bringing life-changing medicines to patients, with your contributions originating from your remote workspace, influencing programs associated with the research hub near **Kericho, Kericho, KE**.
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Principal Drug Discovery Scientist (Remote)
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Our client, a pioneering pharmaceutical company committed to developing life-saving therapies, is seeking an exceptional Principal Drug Discovery Scientist to join their innovative, fully remote research team. This senior scientific role will be instrumental in leading and driving critical drug discovery programs from target identification through to preclinical candidate selection. You will contribute significantly to the company's pipeline by designing and executing complex experiments, analyzing data, and making key strategic decisions regarding therapeutic targets and compound development. The ideal candidate will possess a Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related life sciences discipline, with a proven history of successful drug discovery leadership and a strong publication record. Expertise in a specific therapeutic area (e.g., oncology, immunology, neurology) and hands-on experience with a range of drug discovery technologies (e.g., HTS, in vitro assays, PK/PD studies) are highly desirable. You will collaborate extensively with internal R&D teams, external partners, and key opinion leaders, requiring outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to foster strong scientific collaborations in a virtual setting. This role demands a deep understanding of the drug discovery process, a creative approach to problem-solving, and the ability to mentor junior scientists and guide research strategy. We are looking for a highly motivated, scientifically rigorous individual who can drive innovation and accelerate the development of novel therapeutics. This is a unique opportunity to lead impactful discovery projects and contribute to significant advancements in medicine, all within a flexible, fully remote work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage drug discovery projects from early-stage research through preclinical development.
- Design and oversee in vitro and in vivo studies to evaluate target validation and compound efficacy.
- Analyze and interpret complex experimental data, making critical decisions on project progression.
- Develop and optimize assays for screening and lead optimization.
- Collaborate with medicinal chemists, biologists, and toxicologists to advance drug candidates.
- Mentor and guide junior scientists and research associates.
- Contribute to the strategic planning of the drug discovery pipeline.
- Prepare scientific reports, presentations, and contribute to patent applications.
- Stay current with the latest advancements in drug discovery and relevant therapeutic areas.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative research environment within the remote team.
- Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
- Extensive experience in pharmaceutical R&D and drug discovery.
- Proven track record of successfully advancing drug candidates through the discovery pipeline.
- Expertise in a specific therapeutic area and relevant biological pathways.
- Hands-on experience with various drug discovery techniques and technologies.
- Strong understanding of medicinal chemistry and ADME/PK principles.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective remote collaboration.
- Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience mentoring scientific staff.
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