Principal Scientist, Drug Discovery
Job DescriptionJoin the Rahway, NJ Animal Health Team Our Company's Global Animal Health Research & Development (R&D) division is a pioneer in the discovery, development and registration of vaccines and therapeutics for animals.. To strengthen our team, we are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Principal Scientist to join our R&D team.Purpose of the RoleThe Principal Scientist, Drug Discovery in our Research and Development Department will be responsible for identifying new molecular entities and technologies for use in animal health from our Company Laboratories or from external partners such as human pharma or biotech companies as well as academia. The successful candidate will be a key driver to advance novel targets and will lead these research programs from ideation through the early research and proof-of-concept phase up to the development stage. She/he/they will interface with researchers and senior management throughout the organization as well as external partners and operate within a matrix structure to garner resources for the necessary research work (Medicinal and Process Chemistry, in vitro Pharmacology, Pharmacokinetics, Disease Models, Formulation Development, Safety & Toxicology). The position will report directly to the Distinguished Scientist and Global Head, our Company's Research & Development Liaison and Discovery – Non-infectious Diseases.Education:Required: PhD and/or DVM/VMD, with Board certification in pharmacologyRequired Experience:Minimum of 8 years industry or pharmaceutical research experience in drug discovery or preclinical research with a focus on in vivo pharmacologyAdvanced and thorough scientific knowledge in pharmacology, disease mechanisms and related preclinical modelsExpertise in one of the following fields: oncology, diabetes, respiratory & immunology, cardiology, pain & inflammation, or reproduction.Knowledge of regulatory aspects of pharmaceuticals including GLP, GCP and GMPAbility to manage multiple projects, including budgets, contracts, and timelinesAbility to independently plan, recommend and complete research programsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsEffective creator of executive level presentations and documentsExperience in preparing patent applications in support of patent coverage of research efforts10 % TravelPreferred Experience:Board certification in PharmacologyProject management skills within pharmaceuticalsExperience in developing and managing collaborations with outsource providers, vendors, contractors and academic institutionsExperience in working with business development to identify and license external technology opportunitiesAnimal Health Our Animal Health Division is a trusted global leader in veterinary medicine, dedicated to preserving and improving health, well-being, and performance of animals and the people who care for them. We are a global team of professionals working together to make a positive differenc...