Director of Biology / Drug Discovery

The organization

For a leading Biotech organisation that supports innovative research projects we are looking to find a Director of Biology. You will provide a critical position in their new drug discovery projects. 

The position

What will you be doing as the Director of Biology / Drug Discovery?

You must have relevant experience in discovery research in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry. You possess a broad knowledge of biology and pharmacology and a good ability to identify and critically evaluate new target opportunities.  You should posses a good insight in drug discovery targets being pursued across the industry and clear insight into the future direction of novel therapeutics. Strong knowledge of and expertise in the requirements and processes needed to advance drugs through discovery (from target selection/validation to lead ID to lead optimization, through safety assessment), while preferably also having an understanding of the requirements and processes needed to advance drugs into clinical development,and ultimately toward registration.

Tasks & responsibilities

• Providing scientific perspective, leadership and management to discovery efforts of the biology discovery team.
• Building, selecting and delivering a sustainable flow of new drug discovery projects.
• Hit identification for new drug discovery projects and follow-up of the biology related aspects of the project during optimization of the identified hits into leads and potentially up to (pre)clinical candidates.
• Representing the organisation both internally and externally with especially the scientific community, but also business communities.
• Actively seeking project and/or technology alliances with appropriate academic, government, and industry partners.
• Be able to set objectives and manage multiple projects at the same time. Responsible for data review, analysis, and interpretation from a variety of sources and evaluates the impact on research projects and goals.
• Provides input into go/no-go decisions for projects.
• Ensures performance standards are maintained and that experimental work is performed to a consistently high standard.

Candidate profile

What are they looking for? 

• Industry experience in the discovery of novel therapeutics, especially small molecules with solid knowledge and experience in the area of experimental evaluation of biologically active substances.
• Deep scientific knowledge and understanding of pharmacology and critical issues in drug discovery and development.
• Demonstrate good people management skills, preferably with a record of directing people showing organizational skills and experience and be willing to work collaboratively with other functional groups.
• An innovative attitude, coupled with a strong sense of practical execution.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and clearly articulate research objectives.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire subordinates, peers, and superiors but at the same time be diplomatic and critical. 
• PhD or equivalent in Biology, Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, Bio-engineering, Pharmacy or equivalent.

Terms & conditions

What are the able to offer? 

Besides a very interesting semi-start-up environment and playing a key role in the future development of new assay’s. The company offers a good and competitive benefits and salary package. 

Interested?

You can apply to this position by using the form below. For more information you can please contact Jord Teeuwen +31(0)23-7548660.