Narcotics Researcher
まやくけんきゅうしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Researchers
- Minor : Natural Science Researchers
Summary
A research position that studies the pharmacological effects, safety, and addiction potential of narcotics and psychotropic drugs, contributing to the development of new therapeutic drugs and measures to prevent drug abuse.
Description
Narcotics researchers elucidate the pharmacokinetics, pharmacological effects, toxicity, and dependence of narcotic substances such as opioids and cocaine, aiming to develop safer analgesics and create addiction treatment drugs. They design and conduct experiments using cell cultures and animal models, and analyze data using analytical instruments such as HPLC and GC-MS. Additionally, important tasks include ethical reviews, compliance checks with legal regulations (Narcotics Control Law), and academic communications through conference presentations and paper writing.
Future Outlook
Addressing the opioid crisis and drug abuse issues is urgent, with increasing demand for research on addiction treatment drugs and safe analgesics. Demand is rising for experts in drug discovery methods using AI and bioinformatics, as well as regulatory science.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Good at logical thinking / Patient / Pays attention to detail
Work Style
Collaborative Research / Conference Trips / Research and Development
Career Path
Master's Researcher → PhD Researcher (Postdoc) → Researcher → Senior Researcher → Group Leader / Research Group Head → Institute Director
Required Skills
Analytical Instrument Operation / Experimental Techniques / Literature Review / Pharmacological Test Design / Statistical Analysis
Recommended Skills
Basic GLP Knowledge / Data Management / English Paper Reading and Writing / Knowledge of Narcotics and Psychotropics Control Law
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Advanced logical thinking is required to elucidate the mechanisms of drug action. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential to not miss minute data differences or procedural errors. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is necessary for exploring new drugs and developing experimental methods. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | It is necessary to continuously learn new drug chemistry and experimental techniques. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Necessary for statistical analysis and data interpretation. |
| Planning & Organization | Advanced planning skills are needed to manage and execute multiple experimental plans. |
| Problem Solving | The ability to solve experimental anomalies and reproducibility issues is important. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Centered on desk work and cell experiments with little heavy labor, but involves standing work. |
Related Qualifications
- PhD (Pharmacy/Medicine)
- Pharmacist License
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