Principal Scientist, In Vitro Metabolism (1805127)
About The Position
We are seeking Principal Scientist, In Vitro Drug Metabolism to join IQVIA Laboratories at Indiana. We hire passionate innovators who drive healthcare forward through thoughtful and inclusive collaboration. If you want to discover a career with greater purpose, join us as we transform and accelerate research and development. Job Summary: This role provides scientific leadership in complex in vitro drug metabolism method development and supports clients across the drug development lifecycle, including IND‑enabling studies. The Principal Scientist independently designs and executes assays, interprets data, and delivers high‑quality client-facing outputs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or related field with 7+ years of in vitro ADME experience; OR a Master’s with 4+ years; OR a recent Ph.D. with relevant in vitro metabolism training.
- Hands‑on experience with in vitro ADME assays, including CYP inhibition/induction/phenotyping and protein binding
- Industry experience within a pharmaceutical ADME group or a CRO supporting IND‑enabling studies
- Technical proficiency with in vitro method development and related analytical tools
- Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be accepted in lieu of degree
- Ability to independently manage multiple complex scientific projects
- Strong data analysis, interpretation, and scientific communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, scientific software, and electronic lab documentation systems
Responsibilities
- Design and execute complex in vitro drug metabolism studies, including CYP, UGT, AO, FMO, metabolic clearance, and protein binding assays
- Serve as Principal Investigator on client studies and ensure clear communication of progress and results
- Develop, implement, and optimize new in vitro methods for client programs
- Prepare technical summaries, study protocols, and high-quality reports suitable for regulatory submission
- Lead multiple technical projects while guiding junior scientists in daily laboratory activities
Benefits
- We put our employees at the center of everything we do and are committed to providing them, and their families, with benefits that meet their diverse and changing needs. We invest in integrated benefits programs and resources to take care of our employees’ physical, mental and emotional, financial and social well-being so they can thrive at home and at work, at any stage of their well-being journey.
- To learn more about our benefits, visit https://jobs.iqvia.com/benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
