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Principal Research Scientist (MFD)
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Job Description
Position Description:
Drive and influence for successful identification and design of novel small molecule drug candidates for clinical development, utilizing a complementary set of in silico, in vitro and in vivo tools and datasets within a matrix environment inclusive of internal and external collaboration partners. Actively support the research portfolio, project strategies, and initiatives that contribute to the success of Elanco R&D.
Functions, Duties, Tasks:
- Generate, support or lead global projects focused on the design and progression of small molecule drug candidates across Elanco research activities (multi parameter optimization)
- Manage allocation and capacity of the external chemistry resources to ensure timelines and key milestones.
- Work with the head of small molecules discovery to ensure resource alignment with project prioritization schemes (scope - SAR plans, timelines, resources & risk/mitigation/contingencies).
- Ensure constant flow of new research projects aligned with R&D strategy, by reviewing literature and external sources of innovation (academia, biotech/phama and agricultural companies) for new chemistry targets or platforms; contribute to Elanco Research strategies and goals.
- Provide scientific input and guidance to external project sources for portfolio entry into the companion and food animal research efforts.
- Identify and implement relevant technologies, methods and strategies in the respective discipline. Continuously improve technical expertise in the function. Proactively initiates value-added work to simplify processes, build capabilities and/or drive the portfolio.
- Maintain and foster sound working relationships within Research and to other functions such as Computational Science / Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacology/ Parasiticides, Safety, and External Innovation.
Ensure compliance with internal and external guidelines regarding quality and safety (quality manuals, good research principles, health authority guidance and SOPs).
Minimum Qualification (education, experience and/or training, required certifications):
- PhD in Organic /Medicinal Chemistry or equivalent postgraduate education.
- Minimum 8-10 years of demonstrated success in functional area of responsibility in industry (Drug Discovery / Research)
- Excellent knowledge in Medicinal Chemistry related to various therapeutic areas (e.g. dermatology, pain, parasiticides) and supporting functions (e.g. ADME, molecular biology, pharmacology)
- High drive for innovation with growth mindset
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Good understanding of IP strategy
- Exceptional problem solving and decision making skills
Additional Preferences:
N/A
Other Information:
Travel (10%), including international, as needed.
English language written and spoken
WHAT WE OFFER
- Pension plan with employer matching contribution
- 37.5 hours/week
- 30 days vacation
- Health and fitness benefits
- Subsidized Job Ticket and bike leasing
- Encourage individual initiative and provide opportunities for personal development
- Work as part of a dynamic team in an international company