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ROLE OVERVIEW
An exciting opportunity for an Associate Scientific Director or Scientific Director-level professional to join a leading CRO specialising in drug discovery.
Our client is seeking a highly experienced DMPK expert to play a pivotal role in managing and leading integrated science strategies within their Chapel site.
This role offers the flexibility of part-time working and is ideal for a scientifically driven individual looking to make a significant impact in the field of drug discovery.
This is a hybrid position with a minimum of 8 days per month on site (FTE) and you will be a key scientific leader, mentoring the DMPK team, supporting client relationships, and expanding the company's scientific and commercial influence in the market.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Your duties as the Associate/Scientific Director will be varied however the key duties and responsibilities are as follows:
- Lead and manage DMPK strategies within the drug discovery processes, providing scientific oversight and expertise.
- Be hands-on in integrated drug discovery science and contribute to proposed and existing client discussions, upselling and cross-selling services.
- Act as a scientific mentor to the DMPK team, sharing knowledge and fostering technical development.
- Engage with clients and internal teams to expand existing relationships and develop new opportunities, demonstrating strong commercial acumen.
- As the Associate/Scientific Director, you will also take an advisory role, supporting strategy development and contributing to the scientific growth of the organisation.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
To be successful in your application to this exciting role as the Associate/Scientific Director we are looking to identify the following on your profile and past history:
- A Degree or higher level in a relevant field (e.g., Pharmaceutical Chemistry / Pharmacokinetics / Drug Metabolism).
- Proven experience managing and leading DMPK strategies within drug discovery projects.
- Extensive network within the industry and experience in client outreach and relationship expansion.
- Strong scientific leadership skills, with a focus on mentorship and sharing expertise.
WHATS IN IT FOR YOU?
This role offers a competitive salary package with flexibility for part-time working arrangements.
You will have the opportunity to influence cutting-edge projects within a global CRO, work alongside experienced scientists, and develop your leadership skills within a supportive environment.
Key Words: DMPK / drug discovery / scientific leadership / client relationships / mentorship / CRO / pharmacokinetics / strategic planning / scientific mentor / client outreach
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We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements.
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Type: Permanent Location: Derbyshire,England
Start: 16/10/2026
Salary / Rate: Dependent on experience
Posted: 2026-10-16 09:38:04
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Bioprocess Engineer - Process Development
Newton Colmore is working with a well-funded tech company developing AI-driven bioprocessing systems for the pharmaceutical industry.
Due to continued growth, we are assisting them with their hiring of a Bioprocess Engineer to join their team which is a vital appointment for them.
Within this role you will bridge process biology and advanced sensing, running suspension cultures across scales from the bench to pilot, building and maintaining Raman/PLS models, and translating bioreactor behaviour into requirements for engineering and software teams.
You will be joining a multidisciplinary team of highly talented engineers and scientists, and your role will be pivotal to the development of their technology.
We are ideally looking for a candidate with the following;
Prior industry experience within pharma/biotech, strong upstream focus
Cell culture in fed-batch and perfusion bioreactors, with scale-up/scale-down and tech transfer experience under GMP
Hands-on with in-line/at-line sensors, calibration and analytes (glucose, lactate, titer, osmolality etc.)
Raman spectroscopy with PLS chemometric modelling, ideally.
Overall the client is open on experience though, so if you have strong upstream development experience then do apply and we can talk through the rest.
The company are building something that they feel is special and they need great minds to join their mission.
You will be rewarded with autonomy and freedom to make this role your own, which given the stage of the company, could quickly turn into a leadership position, mixed with a strong starting salary which can be tailored to the right candidate.
Relocation assistance would be on a case-by-case basis, and they are currently putting together an equity plan.
Within this company innovation and invention comes first, and with direct access to the CEO and CTO, there would not be any hierarchy to stem your work.
This is a confidential search, and applications are handled with full discretion, so please do reach out or apply for more details on the company and what they are building.
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Type: Permanent Location: San Sebastián, Spain
Salary / Rate: Tailored package + shares
Posted: 2026-10-15 16:19:39
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ROLE OVERVIEW
Are you a seasoned scientist with a passion for drug discovery and development? An exciting role awaits you as an Associate Scientific Director, DMPK, with a leading company in the pharmaceutical industry.
This is a hybrid role, requiring ~25% on site and offers a unique opportunity to lead and influence scientific strategy across multiple departments and sites.
For the right candidate, we can also look at a part time position.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Your duties as the Associate Scientific Director, DMPK will be varied; however, the key duties and responsibilities are as follows:
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Lead DMPK strategy and delivery across integrated drug-discovery programmes and standalone client projects, guiding scientific direction and promoting scientific strategy.
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Apply DMPK, ADME, and PK/PD expertise to interpret data, inform exposure, human PK and dose projection, and solve complex problems across projects and therapeutic areas.
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Build trust and deepen strategic relationships with key clients and partners, influencing them on key business and strategic issues.
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Mentor and coach DMPK/ADME colleagues, ensuring high scientific and professional standards within the department.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
To be successful in your application to this exciting role as the Associate Scientific Director, DMPK, we are looking to identify the following on your profile and past history:
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PhD (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline, with extensive experience in DMPK/ADME within drug discovery.
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Proven expertise across in vitro ADME, DMPK, and PK/PD, with a track record of solving complex problems and impacting project delivery.
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Strong client-facing communication skills, able to present complex business cases to senior colleagues and clients.
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Experience mentoring and developing scientists, including senior experienced scientists.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to influence scientific direction while driving commercial growth.
If you are ready to take on a leadership role that combines scientific excellence with strategic oversight, this is your chance to make a significant impact.
Call to Action:
If you are ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to groundbreaking drug discovery projects, apply now to become the Associate Scientific Director, DMPK.
Join a team where your expertise will be valued, and your contributions will drive scientific and commercial success.
Key Words:
Associate Scientific Director / DMPK / ADME / drug discovery / pharmaceutical / biotechnology / CRO / PK/PD / Chapel-en-le-Frith / scientific strategy / client relationships / mentoring
Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer.
We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements.
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Type: Permanent Location: Derbyshire,England
Start: 12/10/2026
Salary / Rate: Dependent on experience
Posted: 2026-10-12 11:59:08
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Senior Bioprocess Engineer - Process Development
Newton Colmore is working with a well-funded tech company developing AI-driven bioprocessing systems for the pharmaceutical industry, focused on mammalian cell culture and monoclonal antibody production.
Due to continued growth, we are assisting them with their hiring of a Senior Bioprocess Engineer to join their team which is a vital appointment for them.
Within this role you will bridge process biology and advanced sensing, running suspension CHO/HEK293 cultures across scales from the bench to pilot, building and maintaining Raman/PLS models, and translating bioreactor behaviour into requirements for engineering and software teams.
You will be joining a multidisciplinary team of high talent engineers and scientists, and your role will be pivotal to the development of their technology.
We are ideally looking for a candidate with the following;
Significant industry experience within pharma/biotech, strong upstream focus
Cell culture in fed-batch and perfusion bioreactors, with scale-up/scale-down and tech transfer experience under GMP
Hands-on with in-line/at-line sensors, calibration and analytes (glucose, lactate, titer, osmolality etc.)
Raman spectroscopy with PLS chemometric modelling
The company are building something that they feel is special and they need great minds to join their mission.
You will be rewarded with autonomy and freedom to make this role your own, which given the stage of the company, could quickly turn into a leadership position, mixed with a strong starting salary which can be tailored to the right candidate.
Relocation assistance would be on a case-by-case basis, and they are currently putting together an equity plan.
Within this company innovation and invention comes first, and with direct access to the CEO and CTO, there would not be any hierarchy to stem your work.
This is a confidential search, and applications are handled with full discretion, so please do reach out or apply for more details on the company and what they are building.
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Type: Permanent Location: San Sebastián, Spain
Salary / Rate: Tailored package + shares
Posted: 2026-09-25 11:26:37
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Process Development Scientist - Business Development
Are you currently working in CMC, Process Development, MSAT, Bioprocess Development or Biomanufacturing and find yourself drawn to the commercial side of the industry?
Or perhaps you are already selling into biopharma and have a strong understanding of process development workflows and manufacturing challenges?
Newton Colmore is partnered with an exciting, venture-backed techbio company that is transforming how biomanufacturing is monitored and optimised.
Following significant investment and strong early customer traction, the company is now looking to make a key commercial hire to accelerate growth across Europe and beyond.
This is a rare opportunity to join at an early stage and have an impact on both company strategy and market adoption.
Based in Europe, the company offers remote working across the region, with hybrid options available for those who would like greater involvement with the team.
This role sits at the intersection of science and business focused on two key responsibilities.
You will work directly with pharmaceutical and biotech organisations to understand their process development and manufacturing challenges, helping them evaluate innovative technology designed to improve bioprocess visibility, efficiency and decision-making.
The successful candidate will become a trusted advisor to scientific and technical stakeholders, combining technical credibility with commercial curiosity.
This position would suit the following candidate type;
A scientist or engineer with 3+ years' experience in CMC, Process Development, MSAT, Upstream Development or related biopharmaceutical functions who is interested in moving into a customer-facing commercial role.
A biopharma commercial professional who already sells into process development and manufacturing teams.
Someone who enjoys building relationships, solving problems and influencing decisions, rather than remaining exclusively in the laboratory or manufacturing environment.
What you will be doing on a day-to-day basis.
Engaging with pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies across Europe and North America.
Developing a deep understanding of customer workflows, challenges and strategic priorities.
Building relationships with scientists, engineers, technical leaders and manufacturing stakeholders.
Leading commercial discussions and supporting customers through complex evaluation processes.
Working closely with senior leadership and technical experts to develop commercial opportunities.
Gathering market feedback and helping shape future product and commercial strategy.
Contributing to the growth of a rapidly scaling deep-tech business.
The candidate we are searching for.
Essential
3+ years' experience within biopharmaceutical CMC, Process Development, MSAT, Upstream Development, Drug Substance Development or a related technical function.
Strong understanding of biologics development and manufacturing processes.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
Commercial awareness and genuine interest in working with customers.
Fluent in English.
Desirable
Previous business development, sales, applications, customer-facing or technical consulting experience.
Existing network within the biotech or pharmaceutical sector.
Experience working with bioprocessing technologies, analytics, PAT, automation, digital bioprocessing or manufacturing technologies.
Additional European languages.
What is on offer?
Join a highly innovative, investor-backed biotech technology business at a pivotal stage of growth.
Opportunity to move from a purely scientific role into a commercial career without losing your technical focus.
Work directly with industry-leading pharmaceutical organisations.
Significant exposure to company leadership and strategic decision-making.
Competitive salary, performance-based incentives and equity potential.
Fully remote across Europe, with hybrid options available.
If you are a scientist who enjoys engaging with people, influencing decisions and solving customer problems, this could be an outstanding opportunity to take your career in a new direction whilst staying close to the science.
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Type: Permanent Location: Barcelona, Spain
Salary / Rate: €40000 - €50000 per annum + + commission + equity
Posted: 2026-09-16 12:24:56
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Business Developer - Biotech and Pharma - Remote
A growing techbio start-up in Spain is looking to make their first commercial hire as they ready their product for launch.
This role can be either remote across Europe with the occasional trip to HQ in Spain, or hybrid.
This company has developed a novel instrument that aims to significantly improve efficiency, accuracy, and performance within industrial processes.
After perfecting this technology, they are now searching for a commercially minded scientist or engineer to join the team and help them hit their commercial goals and to spread knowledge of the product, what it can achieve, and the problems is solves.
As the business developer you will be responsible for the design and implementation of sales strategies that aim to establish and expand the company's presence in the market, globally.
You will be leading conversations and guiding customers through the sales journey, collaborating directly with the CEO and the CTO, for when things get technical.
It will be your role to explore every possible opportunity within a market and territory, reaching out directly to biotech and biopharmaceutical companies that utilise bioprocessing technology.
This is a start-up, so you will have the chance to shape this team and potentially grow it quite quickly, which could provide a fast route into management.
To be considered for this exciting role you will need to have the following;
Experience of selling products or services to biotech and biopharma organisations across process development, MSAT, drug substance development and have a full understanding of what these teams do on a day-to-day basis.
Ideally some experience of building a sales pipeline from scratch; could be a new territory, a new product launch, or within a start-up.
Because of the technical nature of this role, that focuses on solving a scientific problem, the right candidate should ideally come from a scientific or engineering background.
The company are offering competitive salaries tailored to you, coupled with a strong benefits package as well as excellent growth opportunities in a fast-growing company.
They will provide you with all the tools you need to make this role a success and are working on a share options plan for their new hires.
For more details enter the recruitment process now and make an application.
A consultant in the team at NC will then be in touch to discuss the role in full detail.
Newton Colmore is a specialist recruitment consultancy operating within the medical devices and deep tech sectors.
We conduct bespoke searches for our clients across the globe.
We are continually running searches across R&D and sales so take a look at our open roles on our website.
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Type: Permanent Location: Barcelona, Spain
Salary / Rate: Tailored package + uncapped + stock
Posted: 2026-09-04 21:04:16
