About MMV

Medicines for Malaria Venture (MMV) is the world’s leading product development partnership (PDP) dedicated to discovering, developing, and delivering affordable and effective antimalarial drugs.

MMV collaborates with government agencies, private and public sector partners, and clinical centers in malaria-endemic regions to bring lifesaving solutions to the people most affected by malaria. Our work is made possible through funding from various sources, including government agencies, foundations, corporations, and individuals.

We are seeking a motivated and inquisitive Pharmacology/Toxicology Scientist (Postdoc) to join our dynamic team and contribute to MMV's mission through cutting-edge non-clinical research and development, ensuring the robust safety profile of novel antimalarial candidates. This is an exceptional 3-year fellowship for a recent PhD graduate eager to deepen their scientific expertise in a translational setting, working closely with seasoned project directors.

During the programme, MMV provides this fellow with the opportunity to participate in drug development projects involving innovative research and novel methods to advance the development of effective antimalarial drugs. Upon completion of the programme, the fellow will be well-equipped to accept opportunities in academia, industry or other R&D product development partnership organisations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Work alongside with project leaders by providing support, and scientific input into research projects, regulatory animal studies, while also exploring innovative solutions in malaria drug development

• Take part in non-clinical evaluations of new antimalarial drug combinations

• Further develop skills in areas such as:

  • Toxicology and safety studies
  • In vitro teratogenicity and testicular assays
  • Develop pre-clinical safety plans for new modalities like oligonucleotides
  • Development of non-clinical and clinical study plans for small molecule drugs
  • Implementing non-clinical and clinical studies that support product development
  • Animal exposures analysis from pre-clinical studies, and comparison with predictive human dose/exposures to determine margins
  • Efficacy and safety assessment through biomarkers
  • Supporting drug discovery projects in the delivery of innovative new antimalarial dug candidates
• Author and publish high quality research articles
• Attend selected conferences for training, giving presentations and posters representing MMV, building and maintaining network
• Participate in drug development project and team meetings
• Gain wider experience of overall drug discovery and development process

Qualifications and Skills

Education and experience

• Ph.D. in Biomedical Science, Pharmacy, Clinical Pharmacology, Toxicology, Physiology or Biometrics or DVM 
• Non-Clinical Safety and Pharmacology postdoc experience would be a plus.
• Published peer-reviewed articles
• Experience of working in a cross-functional matrix setting is a plus 

Technical Skills

• Fluency in English (oral and written)
• Familiar with general software 

Behavioural Skills

• Project management and analytical skills
• Collaboration and teamwork skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Location: Geneva, Switzerland

Starting date: Aug-Sept 2025

Interested applicants should send their CV and a motivation letter explaining their interest in the position

MMV is committed to building a talented and diverse workforce, selecting candidates based on their skills, abilities, and experience. We foster an inclusive workplace, free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, political beliefs, age, nationality, disability, gender, or sexual orientation.

Our hybrid working model encourages in-office collaboration. For candidates residing in Switzerland, we expect a minimum of two days per week in the office; for cross-border candidates residing in France, at least three days per week. 

For more information about MMV’s activities please refer to our website www.mmv.org

Non-mandated recruitment agencies are kindly requested to refrain from submitting applications.