Laboratory Head - Cardiovascular Research

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Laboratory Head - Cardiovascular Research

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 about discovering 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.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Lead a pharmacology lab with several highly skilled Research Assistants.
• Identify and validate novel therapeutic starting points to treat cardiovascular diseases.
• Establish cutting-edge methods and technology for innovative drug discovery.
• Lead drug discovery projects in a matrix environment, collaborating across disciplines including medicinal chemistry, biologics development, and other supporting functions.
• Recognize and leverage external collaboration opportunities that amplify the Department’s research.
• Contribute to the science in cardiovascular disease by publishing papers and presenting at conferences.
• Be responsible for extended late-stage projects.
• Lead external collaborations and contribute to the evaluation of licensing 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.

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 mail: hr.de@boehringer-ingelheim.com.

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.