In vivo pharmacologist

About the role

Ascendis Pharma is seeking an in vivo pharmacologist to design, execute and report in vivo studies conducted at external CROs. You will join the Biology & Pharmacology team in Hellerup and collaborate with global, cross‑functional teams.

Key responsibilities

• Design, monitor and report in vivo and in vitro studies at external CROs to support early non‑clinical drug development.
• Select and optimise appropriate animal models for project‑specific scientific questions.
• Ensure scientific rigor and compliance with high animal‑welfare standards.
• Interact with and manage CRO relationships.

Required profile

• PhD or equivalent degree in Pharmacology, Biology, Veterinary Science, Biomedical Sciences, Physiology or related life‑science discipline.
• 1‑5+ years of hands‑on in vivo pharmacology experience in academia, CROs or pharma/biotech.
• Strong understanding of disease models, PK/PD principles, translational pharmacology and pre‑clinical drug development.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.

Required skills

• Experience with data analysis and interpretation using relevant software.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.