Drug Discovery Scientist

Job Description

We are seeking a passionate and innovative Drug Discovery Scientist to join our team in advancing pharmaceutical research and development. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in identifying and developing new therapeutic compounds, employing advanced computational tools, laboratory techniques, and interdisciplinary approaches. This position involves collaboration with chemists, biologists, and data scientists to accelerate the discovery of effective and safe drugs for various medical conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research to identify and validate drug targets through computational and experimental approaches.
• Design and synthesize novel compounds using medicinal chemistry techniques.
• Utilize molecular modeling, AI/ML tools, and quantum computing (if applicable) for drug design and optimization.
• Perform in vitro and in vivo experiments to evaluate the efficacy and safety of drug candidates.
• Analyze experimental data to derive insights and refine drug development strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate findings into drug development pipelines.
• Prepare detailed reports, publications, and presentations on research outcomes.
• Stay updated on the latest advancements in drug discovery technologies and methodologies.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Proficiency in computational drug discovery tools such as molecular docking, QSAR, and pharmacokinetics modeling.
• Hands-on experience in laboratory techniques such as high-throughput screening, HPLC, and NMR.
• Knowledge of machine learning and quantum computing applications in drug discovery is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, fast-paced research environment.