Johannesburg: Medical Scientist Researcher posted by OttoBauthentic

Role:

To contribute to innovative pharmaceutical research projects by designing, executing pre-clinical and clinical research projects.

Scientific Research & Protocol Management

• Design and execute pre-clinical and/or clinical research studies in line with ICH-GCP and other regulatory guidelines.
• Prepare detailed research protocols, study designs, and statistical analysis plans.
• Conduct literature reviews and scientific gap analyses to guide study focus and approach.
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards, research governance frameworks, and regulatory requirements.

AI & Data Science Integration

• To enhance clinical protocol using AI.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to use predictive modelling and data mining in drug target identification and lead optimization.
• Interpret model outputs and integrate insights into the experimental research process.
• Drive the adoption of AI tools such as natural language processing (NLP) for literature mining, or computer vision for image analysis.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Liaise with clinical, regulatory, quality, and commercial teams to align research outcomes with strategic objectives.
• Present findings to internal stakeholders and at scientific forums or conferences.
• Contribute to scientific publications and patent applications.

Qualifications & Experience:

Minimum Requirements:

• BPharm or MPharm degree
• Experience in pharmaceutical industry will be an added advantage / Nutraceuticals
• Experience applying AI will be an added advantage.

Skills and Competencies:

• Writing protocols
• Action research
• Clinical studies
• Analytical thinking with a hypothesis-driven approach to problem solving.
• Excellent communication and scientific writing skills.
• Ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• Strong project management and organizational abilities.
• Passion for scientific discovery and innovation.
• Team player