Research Scientist, Pharmacology

Research Scientist, Pharmacology - Hummingbird Bioscience

Full time position – Singapore-based location

ABOUT HUMMINGBIRD BIOSCIENCE

Hummingbird Bioscience is a biotherapeutics company working at the interface of artificial intelligence and human innovation to discover and develop transformative medicines for hard-to-treat diseases. Hummingbird Bioscience's computational and systems biology technologies have generated a pipeline of innovative clinical-stage monoclonal antibodies and antibody-drug conjugates in oncology and autoimmunity. At Hummingbird Bioscience, the commitment to rigorous science, teamwork, and intellectual integrity underpins our passion to accelerate the journey of new drugs from concept to clinic.

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About the role

Hummingbird Bioscience is seeking a Research Scientist – Preclinical pharmacology to support the Pharmacology team. This will be a permanent role for the right candidate with ample opportunity to learn, grow and contribute to innovative drug development projects. The ideal candidate is a highly organized and proactive individual with a background in life sciences and a collaborative mindset who thrives in a fast-paced biotech environment.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate the execution of in vitro and in vivo preclinical studies by interfacing with internal scientific teams and external CROs; ensure alignment on study design, timelines, logistics, and data collection to support key development milestones
• Support study start-up and execution by reviewing and organizing study plans, protocols, contracts and communication workflows
• Manage procurement, shipment, and inventory processes for reagents, samples, and study-related materials
• Perform literature review, data analysis and support preparation of reports, presentations, and dashboards to aid project tracking and decision-making

Essential qualifications 

• PhD in a scientific discipline such as biology, biomedical sciences or a related field
• At least 1–2 years of hands-on experience managing preclinical research projects, preferably in cancer biology and immunology, within biotech, pharma, or academic settings
• Prior experience of working in a CRO environment
• Proficiency in MS office and data analysis tools such as GraphPad
• Prior experience of working in a CRO environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with proficiency in English and Mandarin to facilitate effective collaboration with external stakeholders and CROs, including those based in China

Desirable qualifications

• Background or experience working with therapeutic antibodies and or antibody-drug conjugates

OUR MISSION & VALUES

Our fast-growing biotechnology company is committed to discovering and developing important new drugs for cancer and autoimmune diseases, and living by our values: Excellence, Determination, Teamwork, Intellectual Integrity and Audacity.

JOIN US AT THE FRONTIER OF DRUG DISCOVERY AND DEVELOPMENT

We are looking for passionate and motivated individuals committed to solving important, complex problems. We are committed to the personal and professional development of our team and offer robust learning and development programs. Hummingbird Bioscience understands the need for flexibility for our team and offers a generous paid time off program with flexibility to support employees through different life stages. We invest in our team's health by offering competitive benefits including health and dental insurance, and a comprehensive and holistic employee assistance program. We foster a more collaborative, productive, and sociable culture with on-site lunches and snacks. Finally, we believe in creating social impact beyond our business through corporate social responsibility initiatives.

Are you ready to join us on our mission to discover and develop important new drugs for cancer and autoimmune disease? Click on 'Apply for this Job' to submit your application.

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Hummingbird Bioscience is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Singapore and US federal, state and local laws and/or guidelines that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, religion, genetic carrier status, disability, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, marital status, protected veteran status and other protected classifications.