Pharmacologist

Role Overview

This is a remote contract opportunity for a biology research scientist / pharmacology-focused specialist contributing to drug discovery support work. The assignment centers on checking protein target mapping across large bioactivity resources and validating UniProt identifiers using published research and patent evidence.

What You’ll Do

• Review large-scale bioactivity datasets such as ChEMBL and BindingDB to confirm that protein targets are assigned correctly for model-assisted discovery workflows.
• Cross-check primary literature and patent records to evaluate whether UniProt IDs have been matched accurately.
• Carry out careful, judgment-heavy scientific review work that requires evidence-based reasoning rather than routine data entry.
• Collaborate remotely with a research team developing next-generation discovery tools and pipelines.

Working Arrangement

• The role is fully remote and offers a flexible schedule that can be set by the contractor.
• Workload is expected to be 10 to 20 hours per week.
• An immediate start is available.
• The initial commitment is 1 to 2 months, with a strong chance of extension.
• Compensation is paid weekly through Stripe or Wise, and the work is handled on an independent contractor basis.

Background Needed

• A degree in pharmacology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or chemical biology, along with experience in industry, drug discovery, or a CRO setting.
• Current bench-level research experience in a research scientist or associate scientist role.
• Practical exposure to binding or functional assay formats such as SPR, TR-FRET, radioligand binding, kinase assays, GPCR functional assays, and IC50/Ki/KD work.
• Comfort working with UniProt and related support functions such as SAR analysis, HTS, target validation, or biochemical profiling.
• Ability to read scientific papers critically, apply structured error classification, and produce short, well-supported technical notes.
• Experience with ChEMBL, BindingDB, or PubChem is considered beneficial.
• Knowledge of selectivity profiling, counterscreening, or the difference between agonist and antagonist pharmacology is an advantage.

Additional Information

This opportunity is open to scientists at BA/BS, MS, and PhD levels across different experience backgrounds. The role emphasizes careful scientific assessment, attention to detail, and evidence-based interpretation in support of discovery systems.

Application Note

Interested candidates can proceed with the easy application flow.