Outsourcing Manager

Aqemia; London; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering pharmatech company that is revolutionizing drug discovery through advanced AI and quantum-inspired algorithms. As an Outsourcing Manager, you will play a crucial role in identifying and managing partnerships with CROs, ensuring the success of our innovative drug candidates. Collaborate with a talented team of scientists and project managers in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment, while contributing to groundbreaking research in critical therapeutic areas. With strong financial backing and a commitment to impactful drug discovery, this is your chance to make a difference in healthcare.

Benefits

Remote work flexibility

Relocation support

French lessons

Interdisciplinary team environment

Strong financial backing

Qualifications

• 5+ years in small molecule drug discovery, ideally in pharma or biotech.
• Experience managing outsourced studies and collaborating with CROs.

Responsibilities

• Identify CRO needs and manage budget for outsourcing strategy.
• Negotiate with CROs and track performance through KPIs.
• Support program leaders in coordinating drug studies.

Skills

Project Management

Negotiation

Data Management

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

MSc in Chemistry

PhD in Pharmacology

Tools

AQEMIA database

Job description

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About AQEMIA

AQEMIA is a next-gen pharmatech company generating one of the world's fastest-growing drug discovery pipelines. Our mission is to design fast innovative drug candidates for dozens of critical diseases, such as immuno-oncology. Our unique approach leverages quantum-inspired physics algorithms to power generative AI in designing novel drug candidates without relying on experimental data. We have delivered several drug discovery successes within our internal pipeline and through collaborations with pharmaceutical companies. Our most advanced programs are currently in vivo optimization.

As an Outsourcing Manager at AQEMIA, you will report to the VP Program Lead and collaborate with teams to identify the right partners/external providers and oversee CRO's partnership. At AQEMIA, we rely on a strong network of CROs to perform our chemical synthesis and biological experiments which are key to the progress of our technology and portfolio. You'll work closely with other scientific disciplines on discovery programs and technology teams sourcing our next programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Outsourcing strategy: Identify needs of CROs based on discussion with program and tech teams, in coordination with Leadership and Finance to manage budget.
• Outsourcing management: Find and negotiate with new CROs, measure and challenge performance across drug discovery programs through KPI tracking.
• Project Management Assistance: Support the program leaders to coordinate the execution of DMTA and preclinical/clinical studies.
• Data Management: Streamline data flows for seamless ingestion into AQEMIA database. Ensure data quality over different sources/partners. Standardize and troubleshoot data management processes.
• Decision Support: Monitor project outcomes, participate in discussions around findings, and contribute recommendations to project teams for data-driven decision-making.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Engage with a multidisciplinary team of scientists, medicinal chemists, and project managers.

Competencies & Experience

• MSc/PhD in Chemistry, Pharmacology, or a related field is required.
• 5+ years of experience in small molecule drug discovery, ideally within pharmaceutical or biotechnology or CRO companies.
• Demonstrated experience in managing outsourced studies and collaborating with CROs is essential.
• Hands-on experience in drug discovery, preferably within pharmaceutical or biotechnology companies.
• Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to multidisciplinary project discussions.

Who you are

• Ready to make an impact on strategy and growth.
• Enthusiastic about contributing to AQEMIA's drug discovery strategy and eager to expand your knowledge in a cutting-edge environment.
• Proactive and curious, with a problem-solving mindset and a passion for tackling scientific challenges.
• A team player who enjoys working in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment and is keen to grow alongside the team.
• Excited to bring your operational expertise to AQEMIA and contribute to the development of novel therapeutic candidates.

Why Join Us?

At AQEMIA, we work for a mission: joining us means having your own impact on changing the way drugs are discovered, and helping to shape the direction of our fast-growing company and team.

Expanding Drug Discovery Pipeline: Focused on critical therapeutic areas like Oncology, CNS, Immuno-inflammation... with in vivo proof of concept/patent stage programs. Collaborations with top Pharma, including a $140M Sanofi deal.

Interdisciplinary Team: Brilliant talent from tech and life sciences.

DeepTech Recognition: Part of French Tech 120 and France 2030.

Prime Location: Based in central Paris and London (King's Cross) with the possibility of 2 remote days per week.

International Environment: The work language is English - relocation support and French lessons granted if needed.

Strong Financial Backing: $100M raised from leading European and International investors.