Drug Discovery Project Leader II – Small Molecule

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Netherlands, +1 more country.

📋 Description

• Oversee high-impact drug discovery initiatives from target validation to candidate selection.

• Convert innovative scientific research into compounds ready for clinical use.

• Propel programs in Oncology, Inflammation, Neuroscience, Metabolism, and Infectious Diseases.

• Assemble and direct cross-functional project teams composed of Eurofins Discovery scientists and client collaborators.

• Strategically design, plan, and implement comprehensive discovery strategies.

• Advise clients on their needs and assist in preparing and delivering integrated drug discovery and IND-enabling proposals.

• Develop screening cascades and workflows in collaboration with clients, stakeholders, experts, and pricing teams.

• Manage project and activity progress across relevant locations to ensure timely data delivery, achievement of milestones, and productive client relationships.

• Analyze integrated discovery data, facilitate swift decision-making, identify risks, and help meet timelines, budgets, and milestones.

• Serve as the primary scientific liaison in regular communications with clients.

• Formulate resourcing and budget strategies.

• Keep abreast of Eurofins Discovery and Eurofins Biopharma Services' capabilities and capacities.

• Relay project status and issues to management and stakeholders through meetings and key documentation.

• Engage with clients, industry colleagues, and suppliers, including conducting customer and client visits.

• Prepare and lead post-project evaluations and disseminate lessons learned.

• Offer scientific and strategic direction during the IND-enabling phase, encompassing study package definition, multidisciplinary data interpretation, risk assessment, proposal development, and cross-functional coordination.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proficient user of online project and data management tools, such as SharePoint.

• Background in Medicinal Chemistry, Biology, or DMPK.

• Over 10 years of industry experience across various therapeutic areas, project stages, target classes, and gene families.

• Proven record of leading teams and delivering multiple clinical candidates.

• Advanced degree (MSc or PhD) or equivalent in biological sciences or a related field.

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in drug discovery project leadership within the industry.

• Expertise in therapeutic areas, such as oncology, CNS, metabolism, or immuno-oncology.

• Strong skills in project planning, leadership, negotiation, and communication.

• Exceptional organization, verbal and written communication, and attention to detail.

• Capacity to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

• Self-motivated, adaptable, and possesses a positive attitude.

• Resides in CST or EST time zones.

• Ability to acquire new techniques, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, maintain accurate records, and adhere to company policies.

• Advanced computer proficiency, including word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, PowerPoint, project management software, Microsoft Project, and AI tools.

• Willingness to travel approximately 10% of the time.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive full-time benefits including extensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options.

• Life and disability insurance.

• 401(k) plan with company matching.

• Paid vacation and holidays.

• Overtime as required.