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Research Scientist
Contract type
Ongoing
Work mode
Remote · Germany, Netherlands, United Kingdom
Experience
3 years
Job description
A Research Scientist role at Certara focused on research and development of mechanistic PBPK/PD models for small and large molecules within the Simcyp Simulators, combining research, client-facing work and software development.
At a glance
- Work mode
- Remote · Germany, Netherlands, United Kingdom
What you'll do
- Active involvement in research and development of PBPK/PD models implemented within the Simcyp Simulators including collating, reviewing and analysing healthy and disease populations as well as compound and clinical data
- Preparing implementation documents and developing case studies under guidance or independently leading wish-list and/or strategic projects as needed
- Contributing to consultancy projects when required
- Applying experience/expertise in assisting with development and enhancement of IVIVE and PBPK modules
- Flexibility to learn and work on projects in areas outside of previous experience e.g., absorption modules when required
- Training up to act as a tutor for Simcyp workshops when and if needed
- Take on a substantial role in testing the Simulators before and after the release
- Disseminating the outcome of research as poster/podium presentations and scientific publications
- Communicating with clients and dealing with clients' queries
- Taking part in clients' site visits and on-site education
- Assisting with the research and development of externally funded projects e.g., grants
- Maintaining an active interest and awareness of new research and technologies relevant to the field, expanding field expertise, and disseminating these within the team
What we're looking for
- An MSc with at least 3 years of relevant experience, a PhD with at least 1 year of experience, in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacology, Pharmacokinetics, Biological/Biomedical Sciences, Chemical or Biochemical Engineering, or a related discipline, with a demonstrable background in PBPK modelling
- Evident experience in collating, reviewing and analysing literature data
- In-depth understanding and hands-on experience in in vitro to in vivo extrapolation techniques and PBPK modelling
- Excellent communication skills, as evident by presentation at scientific meetings, and good interpersonal and organizational skills
Nice to have
- Familiarity with modelling and simulation principles of physiological and biological systems
- Good working knowledge of common or specialised modelling and simulation tools, such as Matlab, R, Phoenix, Simcyp, etc.
- Familiarity with AI tools and their applications
- Experience in drug discovery and development within the pharmaceutical industry is desirable
Your team
Simcyp research team
An internationally recognised, multidisciplinary research team
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About Certara
Certara uses biosimulation software, technology, and services to transform traditional drug discovery and development. Its clients include more than 2,400 biopharmaceutical companies, academic institutions, and regulatory agencies across 70 countries.
Mission
To accelerate the potential of bringing medicines to market and to patients using biosimulation software, technology, and services to transform traditional drug discovery and development.
Key facts
- Biosimulation software and services for life sciences
- Clients include more than 2,400 biopharmaceutical companies, academic institutions, and regulatory agencies across 70 countries
- Software and scientists incorporate modern advances in scientific understanding, drug development experience, data analysis, and AI