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Crossing Hurdles

Biotech Expert | Remote

Remote

United states

$ 100 /hour

Freelance

26-03-2026

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Skills

Communication Training

Job Specifications

Position: Pharma/Biotech Expert – Drug Discovery

Type: Part-time contract

Compensation: $40–$100/hour

Location: Remote

Commitment: Part-time

Role Responsibilities

Critically assess target validation strategies, assay design, and screening data quality.
Interpret SAR trends and guide hit-to-lead and lead optimization decisions.
Evaluate mechanistic hypotheses, protein–ligand interactions, and potency/selectivity trade-offs.
Analyze developability risks including drugability, safety, and liability considerations.
Review preclinical pharmacology and ADME data and recommend follow-up experiments.
Summarize scientific findings in structured formats for AI training and expert review.
Communicate complex scientific insights clearly in written and verbal formats.

Requirements

PhD in Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemical Biology, or related field, or MS/BS with strong years of relevant industry experience.
Strong years of industry experience in drug discovery, lead optimization, biologics engineering, or assay development.
Expertise in preclinical evaluation, mechanistic analysis, lead optimization, and target validation.
Strong ability to critically assess scientific literature and complex preclinical datasets.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment.

Application Process (Takes 20 Min)

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About the Company

At Crossing Hurdles, we specialise in customised recruitment and staffing solutions designed to drive success for businesses and professionals. Our focus is on connecting organisations with top-tier talent by sourcing, screening, and presenting only the top 1% of candidates across a wide range of industries. We work closely with clients to understand their unique needs, ensuring that we find candidates who not only fit the role but also align with their organizational culture. Over the past few quarters, we've successfully p... Know more