Pharmacology Research Specialist

Role overview

This contract role is for a biology and pharmacology-focused research scientist who can help strengthen model-driven drug discovery workflows from anywhere. The work centers on checking protein target assignments in large-scale bioactivity resources and validating UniProt IDs using primary literature and patent evidence. It is a fully remote assignment with flexible hours, and the start can be immediate.

The engagement is expected to begin as a 1 to 2 month contract, with a strong possibility of extension. Work is paid weekly through Stripe or Wise, and the specialist will operate as an independent contractor. The environment is collaborative and geared toward researchers contributing to next-generation discovery systems.

Key work

• Review and confirm protein target mappings in large bioactivity datasets such as ChEMBL and BindingDB.
• Use scientific papers and patents to check whether UniProt identifiers are correctly assigned.
• Support science-first, high-judgment decision-making for drug discovery data pipelines.
• Contribute alongside a team building advanced discovery tools and workflows.

Requirements

• A degree in pharmacology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or chemical biology, along with relevant industry, drug discovery, or CRO experience.
• Current bench-active status in a research scientist or associate scientist role.
• Practical experience with 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 workflows including SAR support, HTS, target validation, and biochemical profiling.
• The ability to read primary literature critically, apply structured error classification, and write short, evidence-based scientific notes.
• Experience with ChEMBL, BindingDB, or PubChem is a strong advantage.
• Exposure to selectivity profiling, counterscreening, or agonist/antagonist pharmacology is beneficial.
• The opportunity is open to BA/BS, MS, and PhD-level scientists across experience levels.

Engagement details

This is a remote contract role based in the United States. The expected time commitment is 10 to 20 hours per week. Compensation is $50 to $70 per hour. Weekly payment is made via Stripe or Wise. The work can begin immediately, and the initial commitment is 1 to 2 months with a strong chance of renewal.

Application process

• Complete the application form with the requested details.
• Applications are reviewed against the listed requirements.
• Shortlisted candidates receive an email with further instructions.
• Follow the emailed steps to finish the remaining application stages.