Job Title

Research Scientist

Function / Department

Drug Discovery

Employment Type

Full time, Permanent

Location

On-site

POSITION OVERVIEW The candidate will identify and evaluate new therapeutic indications for approved drugs using pharmacological, preclinical, and clinical evidence. The role involves literature mining, target identification, mechanism-of-action studies, safety assessment, and preparation of scientific reports for drug repurposing projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Conduct comprehensive literature searches for drug repurposing opportunities.
- Analyze pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics, and toxicity data of approved drugs.
- Evaluate the applicability of drugs in new indications based on molecular mechanisms.
- Review preclinical (in vitro and in vivo) and clinical evidence for repurposing candidates.
- Assess translational potential from animal studies to human applications.
- Prepare scientific reports, review articles, and regulatory summaries.
- Perform target-pathway analyses involving inflammation, fibrosis, oxidative stress, and signaling pathways.
- Evaluate safety profiles, contraindications, and limitations of repurposed drugs.
- Collaborate with medicinal chemists, clinicians, and regulatory teams.





REQUIREMENTS Education & Experience

- M.Pharm (Pharmacology) or Pharm.D
- Minimum 2 years of experience in pharmacology, preclinical research, medical writing, or clinical research
- Experience in literature review, drug repurposing, and mechanism-based research is preferred

Technical Skills

- Strong knowledge of pharmacology and pathophysiology
- Drug repurposing strategies and translational medicine concepts
- Literature databases: PubMed, Scopus, Embase
- Understanding of FDA, EMA, and CDSCO regulatory pathways
- Knowledge of pharmacokinetics, toxicology, and pharmacodynamics
- Scientific writing and data interpretation
- Statistical analysis and data presentation
- Experience with animal-to-human dose conversion and preclinical evaluation

Core Competencies

- Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex, multi-modal datasets and derive actionable insights.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to convey technical findings to a multidisciplinary, non-technical audience.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional, multidisciplinary teams.

📌 Research Scientist Drug Discovery (Ahmedabad)
🏢 Topia Life Sciences
📍 Ahmedabad