Role	Role Description
	Research & Development (R&D)
Research Scientist:	Conducts laboratory research to discover new drugs and improve existing medications.
Clinical Research Coordinator:	Manages clinical trials to test drugs for their effectiveness, risks, and benefits to humans.
Biostatistician:	Applies statistical analysis to biological data, crucial for interpreting clinical trial results.
Formulation Scientist:	Develops the composition of new drugs and improves the formulation of existing drugs for better efficacy and stability.
	Pharma Research & Early Discovery
Pharmaceutical research and early discovery are foundational stages in the development of new drugs and therapies. This phase involves identifying potential drug targets, understanding the mechanism of diseases, and designing and synthesizing compounds that could lead to effective treatments. The roles in this phase are heavily focused on scientific research, innovation, and the initial screening of compounds for therapeutic potential. Here are various roles typically found in pharmaceutical research and early discovery:
Basic Research
Molecular Biologist:	Studies the molecular mechanisms of disease and identifies potential targets for new drugs.
Biochemist:	Investigates the chemical processes within and related to living organisms to identify potential drug targets and mechanisms.
Pharmacologist:	Studies the effects of drugs on biological systems, providing insight into drug action and safety profiles.
Drug Discovery
Medicinal Chemist:	Designs and synthesizes new chemical entities with potential therapeutic benefits.
Computational Chemist/Biologist:	Uses computational methods to model and predict the behavior of potential drugs within biological systems.
Screening Scientist:	Conducts high-throughput screening of compound libraries against disease targets to identify potential drug candidates.
Early Drug Development
Pharmacokineticist:	Studies how the body absorbs, distributes, metabolizes, and excretes drugs to understand their behavior and optimize dosing.
Toxicologist:	Assesses the safety and potential toxic effects of drug candidates in early development.
Formulation Scientist:	Develops the formulation of drug candidates for initial testing, focusing on delivery mechanisms and stability.
Research Support and Management
Research Scientist/Associate:	Conducts experiments and analyses under the guidance of senior scientists, contributing to the generation of new data and insights.
Project Manager (R&D):	Coordinates research projects, ensuring they stay on track, within budget, and aligned with strategic goals.
Patent Agent/Scientist:	Works on securing intellectual property protection for novel discoveries and inventions.
Translational Research
Translational Scientist:	Bridges the gap between laboratory research and clinical development, working to translate basic research findings into clinical applications.
Biomarker Development Scientist:	Identifies and develops biomarkers for disease, which can be critical for the early stages of drug development and personalized medicine.
Scientific and Technical Expertise
Structural Biologist:	Determines the 3D structures of biological molecules, aiding in the design of drugs that can interact with these molecules effectively.
Proteomics Scientist:	Studies the proteome, including the structure, function, and interactions of proteins, to identify targets for drug development.
These roles represent a mix of scientific disciplines and expertise, all contributing to the complex process of discovering and developing new pharmaceuticals. The early phases of research and discovery are critical for setting the foundation for future drug development, requiring a collaborative effort across various scientific and technical domains.