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Company Name

Astellas Pharma Inc.

Job Type

Drug discovery research position (pharmacokinetics)

Work Detail

The drug discovery research position is the most upstream position in drug discovery, covering everything from basic research to non-clinical research. Through our "Focus Area" approach, we engage in daily research activities at our bases around the world, including exploratory basic research that includes the identification of flexible and efficient drug discovery opportunities, research on cutting-edge drug discovery fundamental technologies, and development research that connects development candidates to the clinic.

Ideal Profile

Those who are able to join the company in 2026 and have obtained or are expected to obtain a doctoral degree by the time they join the company. Those who are able or willing to have discussions in English with researchers from diverse backgrounds both inside and outside the company in a global environment. Those with expertise in the life science field that can be utilized in non-clinical pharmacokinetic research.

Work Location

Tsukuba Research Center (Ibaraki Prefecture)

Phd. Stating Salary

406,600 yen

Selection Flow

Doctoral selection will be conducted over multiple terms. ▶Selection flow: Document screening ⇒ Interview (multiple times) ⇒ Informal offer *Selection will proceed in order from those who have completed their submissions. *Depending on the selection situation, recruitment may end early, so we recommend applying early.

External Site

https://astellas-recruit.snar.jp/jobboard/detail.aspx?id=M4d5nvQ6O-c

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