Research Fellow - Pharmacology

Our client is recruiting a motivated Research Fellow specializing in Pharmacology for their facility in Welkom. This position is ideal for an individual seeking to advance their research career through a fixed-term contract, focusing on drug discovery and development. You will conduct in-vitro and in-vivo studies, analyze pharmacological data, and contribute to the preparation of research reports and publications. The role operates on a hybrid model, combining essential on-site laboratory work with remote data analysis and reporting, offering a structured yet flexible research experience.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain specialized experience in a key area of pharmaceutical research within a collaborative and innovative environment.

• Conduct preclinical studies to evaluate the efficacy and safety of novel drug candidates.
• Perform pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic analyses of investigational compounds.
• Design and execute experiments using various pharmacological models and assays.
• Analyze and interpret complex datasets, preparing comprehensive research reports.
• Contribute to manuscript preparation for peer-reviewed publications and present findings in scientific meetings.

• Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Toxicology, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience in drug discovery and preclinical research, including both in-vitro and in-vivo models.
• Proficiency in experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation specific to pharmacology .
• Experience with regulatory guidelines (e.g., GLP) is an asset.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, adept at working within a hybrid team structure.

• Competitive contract compensation.
• Exposure to cutting-edge drug development research.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects in a stimulating environment.
• Access to advanced laboratory facilities and equipment.
• Flexible working arrangements in a hybrid model.