We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Project Assistant to support our Drug Discovery team. The selected candidate will work closely with Structural Biologists, Computational Biologists, and AI Engineers, providing administrative and project coordination support to ensure smooth execution of research activities. This role is ideal for fresh graduates or candidates with up to one year of experience who are looking to build a career at the intersection of biotechnology and AI-driven drug discovery.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Drug Discovery team.
- Coordinate with Structural Biologists, Computational Biologists, and AI Engineers on project-related activities.
- Prepare and maintain project documentation, reports, and meeting minutes (MoMs).
- Track and follow up on purchase requests, procurement activities, and vendor coordination.
- Organize project files and documentation using Microsoft OneDrive.
- Schedule meetings, coordinate Zoom calls, and maintain project calendars.
- Ensure accurate record-keeping and timely documentation of project progress.
- Assist in maintaining research and project documentation in an organized manner.
- Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to support project execution.





Must-Have Skills & Experience

- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biotechnology, Biology, Computational Biology, or a related Life Sciences discipline.
- 01 year of experience in administrative support or project coordination (Freshers with relevant academic exposure are encouraged to apply).
- Good understanding of the Drug Discovery domain.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, OneDrive, and Zoom.
- Strong documentation and organizational skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to multitask, follow up on action items, and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Preferred Skills

- Exposure to Drug Discovery or Life Sciences research projects.
- Experience preparing project documentation and maintaining records.
- Basic understanding of procurement or purchase coordination processes.

What We're Looking For

- Highly organized and detail-oriented individual.
- Strong ownership and follow-up skills.
- Good interpersonal and coordination abilities.
- Eagerness to learn and work in a multidisciplinary research environment.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

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