Scientific Project Leader
(preclinical background)
Evotec is a leader in the discovery and development of novel drugs with operational sites in Europe and the US.
The Company has built substantial drug discovery and development expertise and a multimodality platform that comprises a unique combination of innovative technologies, data and science for the discovery, development, and production of first-in-class and best-in-class pharmaceutical products.
Evotec leverages this "Data-driven R&D Autobahn to Cures" for proprietary projects and within a network of partners including all Top 20 Pharma and over 800 biotechnology companies, academic institutions, as well as other healthcare stakeholders.
Evotec has strategic activities in a broad range of currently underserved therapeutic areas, including e.g.
neurology, oncology, as well as metabolic and infectious diseases
Due to our global expansion, we are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and forward-thinking people to join our team of Scientific Project Leaders.
SCIENTIFIC PROJECT LEADER
Knowledge & Experience Required
- In-depth knowledge & expertise in pharmaceutical R&D, specifically in preclinical field (toxicology and ADME) including US and EU regulatory requirements in supporting different development phases.
- At least 8-10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry where she/he worked as a study director/monitor for GLP and non-GLP in vitro and in vivo toxicological studies (preferable in general toxicity) with vast knowledge in data interpretation including pharmacokinetic/toxicokinetics.
The practical preclinical experience demonstrated when working with compounds having different mechanism of actions, different therapeutic indications being organic compounds (small molecules) or biologics (i.e.
peptides, proteins, oligonucleodites and monoclonal antibodies).
- At least 5 years of experience in more senior roles requiring management of integrated programs being representative of preclinical area and responsible of preclinical package (ADME and Safety assessment) in support to clinical trials (i.e.
Phase I and Phase II) according to regulatory requirements, acting as technical project leader, scientific leader, preclinical expert, etc.
- Practical knowledge and expertise in preclinical area is mandatory (desirable specifically in area of monoclonal antibodies) while knowledge of CMC area (i.e.
Drug Substance analytics and manufacture process, Drug Product analytics and formulation of oral and parenteral forms) and is desirable.
Core Competencies
- Demonstrated successful leadership, planning and excellent organizational skills.
Ability to successfully multi-task.
- Strong project focus, through preclinical experience so connecting the project needs in fully alignment with Evotec's solutions.
- Demonstrated track record and scientific credibility.
- Strong sense of accountability for the outcome.
- Demonstrated ability to inspire effective teamwork and motivate staff within a matrix system.
Team player.
- Self-managing, assertive, comfortable proactively taking responsibility.
Very well organized and focused on delivery.
- Open minded view and creative problem-solving skills.
- Flexible and adaptable.
- Excellent written and oral communication and facilitation skills.
Capable to communicate very effectively in English.
- Business acumen.
Working experience in CRO environment is welcome.
- Degree in Pharmacy, Biology or Biochemistry, PhD desirable
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