Principal Scientist, DMPK

job summary:
The Principle Scientist, DMPK is responsible for planning and performing in vitro and in vivo ADME studies that contribute to research and development activities. The incumbent is also responsible for communicating experimental results to his/her supervisor and the project team.

The incumbent works cross-functionally with internal departments, and external resources as appropriate, as part of discovery science project teams.

The Principle Scientist, DMPK supports adherence to relevant regulatory requirements and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as appropriate.

location: Bridgewater, New Jersey
job type: Permanent
salary: $160,000 - 175,000 per year
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Doctorate

responsibilities:
Seeking Principal Scientist to act as the DMPK representative, partnering cross-functionally with biology, chemistry, and pharmacology teams to support research projects. This individual will play a key role in data generation, interpretation, and presentation, helping project teams determine which compounds should advance.

The role is heavily focused on the discovery stage, with some involvement in development activities (e.g., supporting NDA preparation). Candidates should have strong hands-on DMPK experience, with the ability to work in the lab (limited bench work) and speak in depth about metabolism, pharmacokinetics (PK), and/or bioanalysis. A strong background in metabolism is preferred, though PK experience is also valuable.

qualifications:
Key requirements:

• PhD + 5 years of DMPK experience OR Master's + 6 years of DMPK experience
• Strong pharma industry DMPK experience
• Hands-on expertise (metabolism preferred; PK/bioanalysis also relevant)
• Ability to interpret and present data to cross-functional teams
• Experience managing outsourced studies (CROs)
• This is an individual contributor role within a small DMPK team, where each member owns a functional area but has opportunities to broaden their scope.

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skills: DMPK


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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).


This posting is open for thirty (30) days.