At Boehringer Ingelheim we develop breakthrough therapies that improve the lives of both humans and animals. Founded in 1885 and family-owned ever since, Boehringer Ingelheim takes a long-term perspective. Now, we are powered by 52,000 employees globally who nurture a diverse, collaborative and inclusive culture. We believe that if we have talented and ambitious people who are passionate about innovation, there is no limit to what we can achieve.
The Position
We are seeking a highly motivated Laboratory Head to lead a team of Research Assistants and to collaborate with highly skilled experts from various disciplines with the goal to convert innovative ideas into potent drugs by applying cutting-edge science.
Are you passionate to discover drugs for the treatment of cardiovascular diseases? Would you like to apply your scientific expertise and leadership skills to collaborate with experts to drive drug discovery projects? Then seize this opportunity to join the Cardiovascular team located at Boehringer Ingelheim’s largest R&D site in Biberach an der Riss, Germany.
Laboratory Head - Cardiovascular Research
Tasks & responsibilities
- In your new role, you will lead a pharmacology lab with several highly skilled Research Assistants.
- In addition, you will lead the science to identify and validate novel therapeutic starting points to treat cardiovascular diseases.
- Moreover, you will establish cutting-edge methods and technology for innovative drug discovery.
- With your scientific expertise, you will also lead drug discovery projects in a matrix environment, thereby productively collaborating across disciplines including medicinal chemistry, biologics development, and other drug discovery supporting functions.
- You will recognize and leverage external collaboration opportunities that amplify the Department’s research.
- Furthermore, you will contribute to the science in cardiovascular disease by publishing papers and presenting at conferences.
- You will be responsible for extended late-stage projects.
- Additionally, you will lead external collaborations and contribute to the evaluation of licenising opportunities.
Requirements
- Doctorate degree in biology, biochemistry, molecular pharmacology or related disciplines with expert knowledge in cardiovascular biology
- Experience in the pharmaceutical industry and long-term professional postdoctoral experience with sound leadership experience
- Demonstrated track record of publications in scientific journals
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Independent, goal-oriented and pro-active working attitude, flexibility as well as innovative thinking and problem solving
- Fluency in English spoken and written; German is a plus
Why Boehringer Ingelheim?
With us, you can grow, collaborate, innovate and improve lives.
We offer challenging work in a respectful and friendly global working environment surrounded by a world of innovation driven mindsets and practices. In addition, learning and development for all employees is key, because your growth is our growth.
Boehringer Ingelheim is an equal opportunity global employer who takes pride in maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture. We embrace diversity of perspectives and strive for an inclusive environment, which benefits our employees, patients and communities.
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Ready to contact us?
If you have any questions about the job posting or process - please contact our HR Direct Team, Tel: +49 (0) 6132 77-3330 or via email
Recruitment process:
Step 1: Online application - application deadline is January 13, 2025. We reserve the right to take the posting offline beforehand. Applications up to January 5, 2025 are guaranteed to be considered.
Step 2: Virtual meeting end of January till beginning of February
Step 3: On-site interviews mid/end of February
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