Principal Scientist, Drug Discovery

Job Description

Principal Scientist, Drug Discovery in our Research and Development Department responsible for identifying new molecular entities and technologies for animal health from our laboratories or external partners.

The candidate will drive novel targets and lead research programs from ideation through early research and proof‑of‑concept to development stage, interfacing with researchers, senior management, and external partners within a matrix structure.

• Identify and validate new molecular entities and technologies for animal health.
• Advance novel targets and lead research programs from ideation to development.
• Interface with researchers, senior management, and external partners.
• Manage multiple projects, including budgets, contracts, and timelines.
• Plan, recommend, and complete research programs independently.
• Prepare executive level presentations and documents.
• Prepare patent applications to support research efforts.
• Travel as required (10%).

Education:

• DVM/VMD and PhD in experimental pharmacology (required).

Required Experience:

• Minimum 8 years industry or pharmaceutical research experience in drug discovery or preclinical research with a focus on in‑vivo pharmacology.
• Advanced scientific knowledge in pharmacology, disease mechanisms and related preclinical models.
• Expertise in at least one of oncology, diabetes, respiratory & immunology, cardiology, pain & inflammation, reproduction, drug delivery, or biotechnology.
• Knowledge of regulatory aspects including GLP, GCP, and GMP.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, budgets, contracts, and timelines.
• Ability to independently plan, recommend, and complete research programs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in preparing patent applications.

Preferred Experience:

• Board certification in Pharmacology.
• Project management skills within pharmaceuticals.
• Experience developing and managing collaborations with outsource providers, vendors, contractors, and academic institutions.
• Experience working with business development to identify and license external technology opportunities.

Adaptability, Assay Development, Biochemical Assays, Cell Culture Techniques, Communication, Detail‑Oriented, Ethical Compliance, Functional Genomics, In‑Vivo Models, Leading Project Teams, Molecular Biology Techniques, Persuasion, Professional Networking, Protein Biochemistry, Protein Purifications, Science, Social Collaboration, Virology.

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Our Company’s Animal Health Headquarters, Rahway, NJ.

10 %.

Salary range: $ – $. Eligible for annual bonus and long‑term incentive if applicable. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and sick days.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.