Drug Discovery Scientist Job at KGTiger

Junior Research Scientist

The peptide chemistry unit is seeking a talented chemist with a background in sy...

Location

Italy , Pomezia

Salary:

Not provided

IRBM

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master of Science Degree (Laurea Magistrale) or PhD in Chemistry
Expertise in peptide chemistry for the synthesis of complex peptides, including peptide conjugates, macrocycles, and small proteins
Design and execution of synthetic routes and synthesis of non-natural or special amino acids and building blocks using organic chemistry techniques
Mastery of use of laboratory equipment with a preference for knowledge on the use of peptide synthesizers
Knowledge of common purification techniques (HPLC, IEX, GPC) and analytical techniques (UPLC/HPLC and mass spectrometry)
Knowledge in structure elucidations of organic molecules by NMR and MS
Outstanding organizational skills
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Good knowledge of English is mandatory
Ability to productively work in teams

Job Responsibility

Develop and execute synthetic strategies towards complex molecules using state-of-the-art synthetic methodologies
Analyze and identify compounds using different purification and spectroscopic techniques
Present data and reports on project status at individual and group meetings
Conduct laboratory operations in a safe manner
Exhibit safety awareness and safe work practices
comply with all safety requirements according to Italian laws

Research Scientist

The peptide chemistry unit is seeking a talented peptide chemist with a strong b...

Location

Italy , Pomezia

Salary:

Not provided

IRBM

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master of Science Degree (Laurea Magistrale) in Chemistry with 5 years of experience doing peptide chemistry in a pharmaceutical or biotech environment
PhD in Chemistry with one or more relevant postdoctoral experiences or with experience in a pharmaceutical or biotech environment
In/depth knowledge of peptide chemistry
Expertise in design and synthesis of complex peptides, including peptide conjugates, macrocycles, and small proteins
Mastery of use of laboratory equipment with a preference for knowledge on the use of peptide synthesizers
Design and execution of synthetic routes for the synthesis of amino acids and building blocks
Excellent knowledge of common purification techniques (HPLC, IEX, GPC) and analytical techniques (UPLC/HPLC and mass spectrometry)
Knowledge in structure elucidations of organic molecules by NMR and MS
Outstanding organizational skills
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Job Responsibility

Develop and execute synthetic strategies towards complex molecules using state-of-the-art synthetic methodologies
Analyze and identify compounds using different purification and spectroscopic techniques
Contribute to the design of peptides with improved potency and physiochemical properties to advance programs according to scientific strategies and goals within a project team setting
Present data and reports on project status at internal and external meetings
Conduct laboratory operations in a safe manner
Exhibit safety awareness and safe work practices
comply with all safety requirements according to Italian laws

Fulltime

Junior Research Scientist

We are seeking a self-motivated and goal-oriented junior scientist to join our O...

Location

Italy , Pomezia

Salary:

Not provided

IRBM

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master’s degree (MS) in Molecular and Cellular Biology, Immunology, or related fields with at least 3+ years relevant research experience
Strong background in Immunology, Flow Cytometry, and first-hand experience in Cell Biology, such as tissue culture of tumour and primary human cells

Job Responsibility

Independently design, plan, and conduct various cell-based and flow cytometry-based assays with multiple biological readouts for internal or external programs
Develop hypotheses, apply excellent technical ability at the bench, and execute the analysis
Contribute to investigate and develop new methods and technologies for project advancement
Effectively communicate with supervisor and colleagues
establish excellent interactions with cross-functional teams to meet objectives in a timely manner and to promote an outstanding research environment
Present data to internal and external teams
Maintain high standards of laboratory safety, comply with all safety requirements according to Italian laws

Fulltime

Principal Scientist – Synthetic Separations

Amgen is seeking a highly motivated Senior Principal Scientist for their Discove...

Location

India , Hyderabad

Salary:

Not provided

Amgen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Ph.D. in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related field with 8+ years of relevant experience, or M.S. with 12+ years of relevant experience in analytical or discovery chemistry within the biopharmaceutical industry
PhD in Analytical Chemistry or a related discipline with 8+ years of relevant industry experience in chromatographic analysis and/or purification of small molecules within a pharmaceutical R&D environment
Minimum of 5 years in a leadership or people management role
Develop, optimize, and implement analytical methods (LC, LC/MS, GC, SFC, NMR, HRMS, and related techniques) for purity assessment, structural confirmation, quantitative analysis, and reaction monitoring of synthetic compounds
Develop, optimize, and implement analytical methods (LC, LC/MS, GC, SFC, NMR, etc.) for purity assessment, structural confirmation, and reaction monitoring of synthetic compounds
Design, qualify, and maintain high-throughput or automated analytical workflows to support medicinal chemistry cycles
Collaborate with cross-functionally digital and automation groups to enable data-driven analytics and AI-supported structure prediction
Drive continuous improvement in analytical workflows and laboratory efficiency through process automation and robotics
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Prepare concise, high-quality reports and presentations for internal review and external disclosure

Job Responsibility

Lead analytical strategy and execution for drug discovery-stage projects, enabling medicinal chemistry and early candidate selection through deep expertise in analytical and separation sciences
Bridge synthetic and analytical chemistry, ensuring rapid, reliable characterization of novel compounds and intermediates that drive Amgen’s small molecule discovery pipeline
Lead and manage the Synthetic Separations group, providing strategic direction, technical leadership, and mentorship to staff while prioritizing workloads, optimizing team performance, and serving as both a people manager and subject matter expert in synthetic separations
Design and qualify automated workflows enabling rapid turnaround and consistent data quality for purification and analysis of diverse compound libraries
Utilization of a diverse set of instruments and technologies, such as (but not limited to) HPLC, SFC, MS, mass-directed purification, and preparative-scale SFC and LC is necessary
Lead library purification efforts across multiple scales, ranging from microgram-level purification of screening compounds to hundreds of milligrams for advanced characterization
Assist in research efforts directed at improving process efficiencies, expanding the range of assays and applications, building state-of-the-art analytical capabilities, and improving technologies and infrastructure

Scientific Associate Director - Pharmacokinetics and Drug Metabolism

In this vital and exciting role, you will oversee Pharmacokinetics and Drug Meta...

Location

India , Hyderabad

Salary:

Not provided

Amgen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

PhD in Pharmacokinetics, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Engineering, or related fields with equivalent professional degrees and 12+ years of experience in the Biotechnology/Pharmaceutical Industry
Solid technical experience with the application of SM in vitro/in vivo ADME and pharmacokinetics fundamentals to drug discovery projects
Ability to drive the progression of SM discovery and development within project teams
Expertise with in vitro ADME, in vivo ADME, PK/PD etc
Experience in supporting preclinical components of regulatory documentations
Excellent interpersonal, technical, and communication skills
Past experience as a laboratory scientist in a pharma or biotech environment
Excellent written and oral communication skills, attention to detail and accuracy, and interpersonal skills
Record of scientific contributions through peer-reviewed articles and external presentations

Job Responsibility

Lead/mentor a team of scientists involved in ADME characterization of small molecules
Directly responsible for leading a team of scientists involved in undertaking mechanistic in vitro ADME assays
Develop/implement novel tools to efficiently support mechanistic ADME work
Oversee activities/establish workflows for small molecule bioanalytical and ADME screening teams
Serving as a subject matter expert of small molecule ADME to support the programs and recommend strategies to PKDM project team representatives to reduce/mitigate risks due to metabolism
Collaborate with scientists across our PKDM scientific community
Leveraging specialized ADME/PK skills such as in vitro ADME, in vivo ADME, biotransformation, PK/PD, to impact project progression and decision-making
Contributing to the analysis of pre-clinical ADME and PK data for IND and NDA filings and documenting these analyses in appropriate reports
Building close relationships with partner functions

Translational Pharmacology & Microbiology Scientist

As part of the Translational Pharmacology team, you will contribute to the gener...

Location

France , Paris

Salary:

Not provided

Eligo Bioscience

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

PhD in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Immunology or related fields with a track record of publications
Extensive experience in rodent models of host-pathogen/host-microbiote interactions
Postdoctoral training or previous drug discovery or development experience in a biotech or pharmaceutical company setting is highly advantageous
Ability to develop new methods/protocols to support pharmacology studies
Ability to design and run experiments, interpret data, troubleshoot, suggest next steps and identify alternative approaches
Ability to deliver high-quality, consistent results in a timely fashion

Job Responsibility

Design, execute, and oversee hands-on experiments across in vivo (rodents), ex vivo (human or rodent primary cells and tissues), and in vitro (cell lines, bacterial cultures) models, employing diverse cellular biology, immunology, microbiology, and molecular biology techniques
Analyze, interpret, and effectively communicate experimental findings at various meetings involving multidisciplinary teams and/or collaborators
Independently plan experimental paths forward, proactively develop and/or optimize methods, and incorporate new technology/techniques into practice
Prepare comprehensive reports and presentation materials as necessary, and maintain meticulous experimental documentation in electronic lab notebooks in accordance with Eligo’s working practice
Contribute to scientific review meetings and assist in drafting relevant sections of regulatory documents as needed
Foster a collaborative and supportive environment, aiding in the development and well-being of fellow team members while also participating in general lab support operations
Stay aware of recent advancements in the field through literature review and dissemination of data via presentations at scientific conferences when relevant

Fulltime

Pharmaceutical Bioinformatician

Are you a data enthusiast with a passion for solving complex biological problems...

Location

Canada , Toronto

Salary:

Not provided

Amaris Consulting

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master’s or PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Genomics, or a related field
Proven experience in bioinformatics within a pharmaceutical, biotech, or research setting
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or Bash
Familiarity with public biological databases (e.g., NCBI, Ensembl) and tools (e.g., Bioconductor, Galaxy)
Strong understanding of molecular biology, statistics, and data visualization
Excellent communication skills and ability to work in interdisciplinary team

Job Responsibility

Develop and maintain bioinformatics pipelines for the analysis of omics datasets (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, etc.)
Process, analyze, and interpret high-throughput biological data
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including biologists, data scientists, and IT specialists
Integrate diverse datasets to support biomarker discovery, target identification, and drug development
Ensure quality control, reproducibility, and documentation of analyses
Present complex data and insights in a clear and actionable format to scientific and non-scientific stakeholders

What we offer

An international community bringing together more than 110 different nationalities
An environment where trust is central: 70% of our leaders started their careers at the entry level
A strong training system with our internal Academy and more than 250 modules available
A dynamic work environment that frequently comes together for internal events (afterworks, team buildings, etc.)

Fulltime

Computational Biologist

Are you a data-driven scientist passionate about turning complex biological data...

Location

Canada , Toronto

Salary:

Not provided

Amaris Consulting

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

PhD or Master’s degree in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Genomics, or a related field
Proven experience applying computational biology methods in a pharmaceutical or biotech setting
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or Perl
Experience with high-throughput data analysis and visualization tools
Solid understanding of molecular biology and biological systems
Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across scientific teams

Job Responsibility

Analyze large-scale biological and multi-omics datasets (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, etc.)
Develop and apply computational models, pipelines, and algorithms to support drug discovery and development
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including bioinformaticians, data scientists, and wet lab researchers
Interpret results and present findings to scientific and non-scientific stakeholders
Contribute to the design of experiments and data collection strategies
Ensure data quality, reproducibility, and compliance with scientific and regulatory standards

What we offer

An international community bringing together more than 110 different nationalities
An environment where trust is central: 70% of our leaders started their careers at the entry level
A strong training system with our internal Academy and more than 250 modules available
A dynamic work environment that frequently comes together for internal events (afterworks, team buildings, etc.)

Fulltime

Drug Discovery Scientist

KGTiger

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