ECP Careers Webinar

Drug Discovery 101

Free-to-attend!

Date

4 June 2025
1-2pm GMT

Location

Online

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Event Overview

This Drug Discovery 101 webinar explores in-depth the full drug discovery process. From target identification to selecting a candidate for clinical trials. This event will break down each stage of drug development, explaining what’s required at every step for a therapeutic agent to move forward.

Whether you’re new to the field or looking to deepen your knowledge, this session will provide valuable insights into the key scientific and regulatory considerations that shape modern drug discovery. Plus, explore career pathways by connecting different roles to each stage of the process.

Who Should Attend

Undergraduate, postgraduate, post-doctoral and other early career professionals in life sciences looking to learn more about transferrable skills and how to position their research.

Science Committee

Forum Director

Mark Soave - ECP Events

Mark Soave

Senior Scientist
OMass Therapeutics

Speakers

Headshot of Millie Fox

Chaired by - Millie Fox

Senior scientist, AstraZeneca
& ELRIG, Early Career professional Work Group

Headshot of Allan Jordan - VP Oncology Drug Discovery, Sygnature Discovery

Allan Jordan

VP Oncology Drug Discovery
Sygnature Discovery

Agenda

To view the full agenda for this event please click below.

Resources

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Sponsorship Opportunites

Enhance your visibility to the next generation of scientists. Sponsorship packages are available and we are also happy to discuss a tailored package to suit your budget.

FAQs

Are ELRIG events really FREE to attend?

Yes ELRIG events are FREE to attend.

We are a not-for-profit organisation hosting events for the drug discovery community. We believe that access to high quality science should be accessible to all. Find out more here.

We’re grateful for the support from our exhibitors who help us cover the costs of our events from sponsorship and stand sales. If you come to our events, please take the time to visit our exhibition and meet our exhibitors.

Or if you’re interested in exhibiting at an event, check out our sponsorship page.

How do I change / cancel my registration?

As a non-profit organisation, we aim to reduce food waste, and your cancellation helps support our sustainability efforts.

If your circumstances change and you can no longer attend, please cancel your ticket. Your confirmation email includes a link to the cancellation site.

What's an ECP?

Undergraduate, postgraduate, post-doctoral and those starting their career in life science and drug discovery.

Career breaks will be recognised, as will individuals whose career has spanned a break due to caring responsibilities or personal circumstances e.g. a period of parental/adoption leave, family commitments, illness, or other exceptional circumstances.

Corporate Sponsors 

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