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Research Scientist – Preclinical Pharmacology and Study Oversight

NMD Pharma A/S
Aarhus N og mulighed for hjemmearbejde

NMD Pharma is a clinical-stage biotechnology company committed to advancing innovative therapies for neuromuscular diseases. Our lead candidate, ignaseclant, is a first-in-class skeletal muscle-targeted therapy currently in clinical development across multiple indications, including CMT, gMG, and SMA.

To support our continued progress, we are seeking a scientifically strong and execution-focused Research Scientist to strengthen our capabilities in monitoring outsourced preclinical pharmacology studies conducted at CROs. As our programs advance, the scope and complexity of our preclinical activities continue to expand.

In this role, you will act as the scientific sponsor representative, ensuring robust study design, high-quality execution, and generation of reliable, decision-enabling data that support our drug discovery programs. You will design the preclinical pharmacology studies in close collaboration with the internal projects teams in our Research team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as scientific lead and sponsor monitor for outsourced in vitro and in vivo pharmacology studies
  • Design, review, and approve study protocols to ensure scientific rigor, reproducibility, and translational relevance
  • Ensure studies are aligned with program hypotheses, target biology, and project milestones
  • Oversee CRO performance, including execution quality, timelines, budgets, and data integrity and compliance with agreed standards
  • Critically review raw data and reports, identify risks or deviations, and drive mitigation strategies
  • Lead interpretation and presentation of study results and recommendations to cross-functional project teams
  • Integrate pharmacology findings with PK, safety, and other functional data to inform compound progression
  • Support CRO selection, performance evaluation, and continuous improvement of outsourced study workflows
  • Contribute to the preparation of decision-ready data packages and maintain clear documentation of study outcomes

Your Profile

To succeed in this role, you bring:

  • An MSc or PhD in Pharmacology, Neuroscience, Biology, or a related life science discipline
  • Several years of experience in drug discovery or preclinical drug development within biotech, pharma, or a CRO environment
  • Hands-on experience with in vivo pharmacology studies and oversight of outsourced research
  • Strong expertise in pharmacology study design, experimental endpoints, data analysis, and translational considerations
  • Proven ability to independently design and drive studies, manage external partners, and deliver high-quality, decision-enabling data
  • A structured and detail-oriented working style with strong planning and organizational skills
  • Clear and professional communication skills in English, both written and verbal
  • Experience in contributing to regulatory documentation and familiarity with nonclinical regulatory expectations is considered an advantage

What We Offer

  • The opportunity to join NMD Pharma at a pivotal stage of growth, where high-quality preclinical data generation is central to advancing our pipeline and shaping key decisions in our portfolio
  • A role with tangible impact - generating high-quality preclinical data that forms the foundation for advancing novel therapies toward patients
  • A scientifically ambitious and collaborative environment defined by rigor, accountability, and open cross-functional dialogue
  • Meaningful ownership of outsourced preclinical studies, with clear responsibility and visibility across project teams
  • Close collaboration with experienced colleagues and leading CRO partners, offering professional development and exposure across the drug discovery and development value chain
  • Aarhus-based role with flexibility in working hours and hybrid options
  • Competitive salary and benefits

Equal Opportunities

NMD Pharma is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, ethnicity, age, disability, neurodivergence, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and cover letter via our recruitment portal. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

For more information about NMD Pharma, please visit www.nmdpharma.com or our LinkedIn page.

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