SENIOR SCIENTIST - IN VITRO PHARMACOLOGY - RESPIRATORY TARGETED DRUG DISCOVERY

About us Based in Parma, Italy, Chiesi is an international research-focused pharmaceutical and healthcare group with 90 years’ experience, operating in 31 countries with more than employees (Chiesi Group).
To achieve its mission of improving people’s quality of life by acting responsibly towards society and the environment, the Group researches, develops and markets innovative drugs in its main therapeutic areas.
Discover more here We are proud to be the largest global pharmaceutical group to be awarded B Corp Certification, a recognition of high social and environmental standards.
We are a reliable company that adopts and promotes a transparent and ethical behavior at all levels.
We believe that the success of Chiesi is built and shaped by our people and our strong set of shared Values and Behaviors.
Our people make a critical difference to our success, which is why it is vital that we attract and retain the right talent who will continue to enrich our culture by living and breathing our values and behaviors.
In fact, we are a global family made up of different cultures, different genders, generations, ethnicities, abilities, sexual identities and many other enriching diversities.
Chiesi Research & Development Our R&D team represents a fundamental asset for the business.
It is divided into integrated functional areas focusing on pipeline projects including discovery and preclinical research, global technical development, drug delivery technology, clinical development, regulatory affairs, pharmacovigilance, intellectual property, quality assurance, R&D project and portfolio management.
Headquartered in the new purpose-built and fully integrated Research and Development Centre in Parma (Italy), the team also has important operations in Paris (France), Chippenham (UK), Cary (US), Stockholm (Sweden), Toronto (Canada) and Shanghai (China).
Who we are looking for Purpose We are seeking a highly motivated and proactive In Vitro Pharmacology Scientist to join our research team and contribute to our innovative projects.
The successful candidate will be responsible for developing cell-based assays for emerging targets and functional screening of drug candidates to guide candidate design and selection for the treatment of respiratory diseases.
Main Responsibilities - Design, develop, and execute in vitro pharmacological assays for target identification and validation.
- Design, develop, and execute in vitro pharmacological assays to evaluate the efficacy and mechanism of action of new drug candidates.
- Analyse and interpret experimental data, ensuring accuracy and reproducibility.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including medicinal chemistry, pharmacokinetics, and in vivo pharmacology, to advance drug discovery projects.
- Maintain detailed and accurate records of experiments and results.
- Present findings to internal teams and contribute to scientific publications and patent applications.
- Stay current with the latest scientific literature and technological advancements in the field of preclinical drug discovery.
- Evaluate and implement new bioassay techniques and in vitro pharmacology protocols.
- Manage collaborations with external partners, including CROs, biotech companies, and academic research groups.
Experience Required - Strong background in in vitro pharmacology, with hands-on experience in cell-based assays development and execution.
An immunology background is a plus.
- Proficiency in data analysis software and tools.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry is a plus.
- Proven experience in leading/managing complex projects without supervision.
- Familiarity with external sourcing and/or partnering opportunities within in vitro assay development and compound screening space.
Education Scientific degree (Biology, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Technologies, Pharmacy, Veterinary, or similar discipline) with at least three years of experience within pharma company and/or CRO.
PhD is preferred but it is not mandatory.
Languages Fluency in written and spoken English  Technical Skills - Expertise in developing and validating cell-based assays.
- Experience in the use of high-content screening approaches and 3D advanced in vitro models is a plus.
- Proficiency in molecular biology techniques, including PCR, Western blotting, and ELISA.
- Experience with primary cells isolation and tissues processing for RNA or protein analysis.
- FACS analysis and immunology techniques.
- Familiarity with data analysis software such as Excel, GraphPad Prism, or similar.
- Ability to work with diverse biological modalities, including peptides, proteins, small molecules, and oligonucleotides.
- Experience with laboratory automation and instrumentation.
Soft Skills Analytical skills Time management Problem solving Team working Continuous learning Quality orientation What we offer You would join a dynamic, fast-growing, challenging and friendly environment.
In Chiesi we firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, that is why we invest in continuous training, learning and development.
Therefore, we strive to continuously promote and satisfy development needs, paying particular attention to the quality of our working environment and to collective well-being.
We want our people to come to work happy every day, and we know how important it is to find the right work-life balance in order to be able to give our best.
That is why we offer flexible working approach, remote working, support in the relocation process, tax assistance service for foreign colleagues and many other people-care services.