51 Novartis jobs in Kenya
Director of Aesthetic Medicine & Training
Posted 12 days ago
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A key aspect of this role is the development and delivery of comprehensive training programs for medical professionals seeking to specialize in aesthetic medicine. You will design curriculum, create training materials, and conduct workshops and hands-on training sessions, ensuring practitioners are proficient in a wide range of aesthetic procedures, including injectables, laser treatments, and skincare. The ideal candidate will have a strong clinical background in dermatology, plastic surgery, or a related field, coupled with significant experience in aesthetic treatments and medical aesthetics education. Exceptional leadership, communication, and presentation skills are essential for guiding the clinical team and shaping the future of aesthetic training. You will also be responsible for staying abreast of the latest advancements in aesthetic medicine, regulatory changes, and industry best practices. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care and professional development within the beauty and wellness industry, all within a flexible remote work arrangement. We are looking for an inspiring leader to elevate our client's clinical excellence and educational offerings. Your vision will be crucial in setting new benchmarks in aesthetic practice and training.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee clinical operations and patient care in aesthetic medicine.
- Develop and refine treatment protocols for various aesthetic procedures.
- Ensure adherence to highest standards of patient safety and regulatory compliance.
- Lead and mentor a team of aesthetic practitioners.
- Design and implement comprehensive training programs for aesthetic professionals.
- Create educational content and deliver workshops/seminars.
- Evaluate and integrate new technologies and treatment modalities.
- Stay updated on industry trends, research, and best practices.
- Manage the clinical budget and resource allocation.
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and clinical excellence.
Qualifications:
- Medical degree (MD, DO) or equivalent advanced practice degree (e.g., NP, PA) with a specialization in Dermatology, Plastic Surgery, or a related field.
- Active medical license in good standing.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in performing and overseeing aesthetic medical procedures.
- Proven experience in developing and delivering medical training programs.
- In-depth knowledge of injectables, lasers, energy-based devices, and cosmetic dermatology.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong understanding of patient safety, risk management, and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to manage remote teams and drive educational initiatives.
- Proficiency in developing training curriculum and educational materials.
- Passion for the beauty and wellness industry and staying current with its advancements.
Remote Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist - Drug Development
Posted 16 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Design and develop stable, effective, and manufacturable pharmaceutical formulations for various routes of administration.
- Investigate and characterize drug substances and excipients to understand their impact on formulation performance.
- Conduct formulation development studies, including pre-formulation, formulation screening, optimization, and stability testing.
- Utilize various drug delivery technologies and approaches to enhance bioavailability, targeted delivery, or patient compliance.
- Perform analytical testing to characterize formulations, such as dissolution, particle size analysis, and viscosity.
- Scale-up formulation processes from laboratory bench to pilot scale.
- Prepare comprehensive technical reports, research summaries, and regulatory submission documents.
- Collaborate with analytical development, process development, and regulatory affairs teams.
- Stay current with scientific literature, emerging technologies, and regulatory guidelines in pharmaceutics and drug delivery.
- Troubleshoot formulation-related challenges and provide scientific insights.
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmaceutics, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in pharmaceutical formulation development within the industry.
- Proven track record of successful formulation development for small molecules and/or biologics.
- Hands-on experience with various dosage forms (e.g., oral solids, injectables, topical).
- Proficiency in analytical techniques relevant to formulation characterization.
- Strong understanding of physical chemistry, materials science, and biopharmaceutics.
- Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory submission requirements (e.g., FDA, EMA).
- Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and data analysis skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex scientific information clearly.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage research projects effectively in a remote setting.
Lead Medicinal Chemist - Oncology Drug Development
Posted 22 days ago
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The Lead Medicinal Chemist will be responsible for:
- Designing and synthesizing novel small molecules with potential therapeutic activity against cancer targets.
- Leading collaborative efforts with biologists, pharmacologists, and other scientists to define drug discovery strategies.
- Optimizing lead compounds for potency, selectivity, pharmacokinetic properties, and safety.
- Managing external contract research organizations (CROs) for synthesis and library generation.
- Staying abreast of the latest advancements in medicinal chemistry, oncology research, and drug discovery technologies.
- Developing and implementing innovative synthetic strategies.
- Analyzing and interpreting complex chemical and biological data.
- Contributing to the preparation of intellectual property filings (patents) and regulatory documents.
- Mentoring and guiding junior chemists within the drug discovery team.
- Presenting research findings at internal meetings and external scientific conferences.
- Troubleshooting synthetic challenges and developing alternative routes.
- Collaborating with computational chemists to leverage structure-based drug design.
- Ensuring the highest standards of laboratory practices and data integrity.
- Managing project timelines and resources effectively.
The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry or Medicinal Chemistry, with a strong publication record and a demonstrated history of successful drug discovery contributions. A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in medicinal chemistry, with a significant focus on oncology drug discovery, is essential. Deep expertise in synthetic organic chemistry, reaction optimization, and purification techniques is required. Proven experience in hit-to-lead and lead optimization campaigns is mandatory. Excellent understanding of drug discovery principles, structure-activity relationships (SAR), and ADMET properties is critical. Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills are necessary for effective collaboration within a remote team environment. Experience with common medicinal chemistry software and databases is highly desirable. This role requires a highly motivated, creative, and results-driven scientist committed to advancing cancer therapies.
Senior Pharmaceutical Formulation Scientist - Drug Development
Posted 8 days ago
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Clinical Research Scientist - Drug Development
Posted 22 days ago
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Principal Scientist - Drug Discovery & Development
Posted 15 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Design and execute innovative research strategies to identify and validate novel drug targets and therapeutic candidates.
- Lead projects focused on small molecule or biologic drug discovery, from hit identification to lead optimization.
- Develop and implement cutting-edge assays and experimental methodologies relevant to target validation and compound screening.
- Analyze complex biological data, interpret results, and make informed decisions to advance research programs.
- Collaborate closely with internal teams (e.g., medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, DMPK) and external partners to drive project progression.
- Provide scientific leadership and mentorship to research associates and junior scientists in a remote environment.
- Prepare high-quality scientific reports, publications, and presentations for internal review and external dissemination.
- Contribute to the strategic direction of the R&D pipeline and identify new opportunities for innovation.
- Ensure all research activities are conducted in compliance with ethical standards and regulatory guidelines.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, or a related life science discipline.
- Minimum of 10 years of post-doctoral and/or industry experience in pharmaceutical drug discovery.
- Demonstrated expertise in a specific therapeutic area (e.g., oncology, immunology, neuroscience) and/or a specific modality (e.g., small molecules, biologics, gene therapy).
- Proven track record of successfully progressing drug candidates through discovery and pre-clinical development.
- Extensive experience with various molecular and cellular biology techniques, assay development, and high-throughput screening.
- Strong understanding of drug metabolism, pharmacokinetics (DMPK), and toxicology principles.
- Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for scientific storytelling.
- Ability to lead research projects, mentor junior scientists, and collaborate effectively in a remote, cross-functional team setting.
Remote Principal Scientist - Drug Discovery & Development
Posted 8 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead and direct cutting-edge research programs focused on identifying and validating novel drug targets.
- Design and oversee the synthesis and optimization of small molecule drug candidates.
- Develop and implement robust preclinical study designs to assess drug efficacy, safety, and pharmacokinetics.
- Interpret complex experimental data and guide research strategies for progression.
- Mentor and manage a team of scientists and research associates, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
- Collaborate effectively with internal and external partners, including CROs and academic institutions.
- Contribute significantly to the preparation of regulatory submissions and intellectual property filings.
- Stay at the forefront of scientific advancements in relevant therapeutic areas and drug discovery technologies.
- Present research findings and strategic plans to senior management and scientific advisory boards.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant ethical, safety, and regulatory guidelines.
- Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in drug discovery and development within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
- Demonstrated success in advancing drug candidates from discovery through preclinical development.
- In-depth knowledge of drug target identification, validation, and lead optimization strategies.
- Extensive experience with various assay development, screening technologies, and preclinical models.
- Strong leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
- Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, adept at remote scientific discourse and reporting.
- Proven ability to manage complex research projects, budgets, and timelines in a remote setting.
- A deep understanding of the pharmaceutical R&D landscape and regulatory requirements.
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Senior Formulation Scientist - Drug Product Development
Posted 5 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop innovative drug formulations for oral, injectable, topical, and other dosage forms.
- Conduct pre-formulation studies to characterize drug substances and excipients.
- Optimize formulations to achieve desired physicochemical properties, bioavailability, and stability.
- Develop and validate analytical methods for characterizing drug products.
- Oversee formulation scale-up and technology transfer to manufacturing.
- Troubleshoot formulation-related issues and implement corrective actions.
- Collaborate with analytical, DMPK, regulatory, and manufacturing teams to advance projects.
- Prepare and review formulation development reports, protocols, and regulatory documentation.
- Stay abreast of new technologies and trends in pharmaceutical formulation and drug delivery.
- Manage research projects, timelines, and budgets effectively.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior scientists.
- Conduct literature reviews and competitive landscaping related to formulation strategies.
- Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and other regulatory guidelines.
- Present research findings to internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Contribute to the strategic planning of drug product development programs.
Principal Pharmaceutical Scientist - Drug Discovery and Development
Posted 18 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead and direct research projects focused on identifying and validating novel drug targets and developing innovative small molecule or biologic drug candidates.
- Design, synthesize, and characterize novel chemical entities with therapeutic potential.
- Conduct rigorous preclinical studies, including in vitro and in vivo pharmacology, toxicology, and pharmacokinetic assessments.
- Develop and optimize drug delivery systems and formulation strategies.
- Collaborate effectively with a globally distributed, remote team of chemists, biologists, pharmacologists, and clinicians.
- Analyze and interpret complex experimental data, providing strategic direction for drug discovery programs.
- Author scientific publications, patents, and regulatory documents.
- Mentor and guide junior scientists, fostering a collaborative and innovative research environment.
- Stay at the forefront of scientific advancements in relevant therapeutic areas and drug discovery technologies.
- Contribute to the strategic planning and portfolio management of drug development projects, considering various markets including Embu, Embu, KE , for future commercialization.
- Manage external collaborations with academic institutions and contract research organizations (CROs).
- Ph.D. in Medicinal Chemistry, Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience in drug discovery and preclinical development.
- Demonstrated expertise in a specific therapeutic area (e.g., oncology, infectious diseases, CNS disorders).
- Strong understanding of drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics (DMPK), toxicology, and regulatory requirements for drug development.
- Proven track record of successfully leading drug discovery projects and advancing candidates into clinical trials.
- Excellent scientific judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration and scientific dissemination.
- Experience with scientific literature databases (e.g., SciFinder, PubMed) and data analysis software.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple research projects concurrently in a remote setting.
- A strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals and relevant patent filings is highly advantageous.
Senior Quality Control Manager - Pharmaceutical
Posted 22 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and manage the company's quality control systems and procedures for pharmaceutical products.
- Oversee all aspects of product testing, including raw materials, in-process samples, and finished goods.
- Ensure compliance with national and international regulatory standards, including GMP, FDA, and ICH guidelines.
- Manage and mentor a remote team of QC analysts and technicians, providing technical guidance and training.
- Review and approve quality control data, batch records, and release documentation.
- Investigate deviations, out-of-specification results, and customer complaints, implementing corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs).
- Develop and validate analytical methods to ensure accuracy and reliability of test results.
- Collaborate with R&D, manufacturing, and regulatory affairs departments to ensure product quality throughout the lifecycle.
- Conduct internal audits and support external regulatory inspections.
- Stay current with evolving regulatory requirements and industry best practices in pharmaceutical quality control.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology, or a related life science field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in pharmaceutical quality control or quality assurance, with at least 3 years in a management role.
- Extensive knowledge of GMP, quality systems, and regulatory compliance in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Proven experience in analytical method development and validation.
- Strong understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to effectively manage and motivate a remote team.
- Proficiency in quality control laboratory instrumentation and software.
- This is a fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility. The nominal administrative base for this role is Mombasa, Mombasa, KE , but the work is performed entirely remotely.