Lead, Early Formulations & Lab Operations

Evotec SE; Verona (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Evotec SE in the United States is seeking an experienced Supervisor – Early Pharmaceutics to lead formulation development activities and manage laboratory operations. You will mentor scientists, ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery of projects in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes leadership, resource planning, budget awareness, and continuous improvement, with a focus on collaboration across research teams to drive scientific excellence and successful project outcomes.

Qualifications

• MSc in Pharmaceutical Sciences or related discipline.
• 5–6+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience, preferably in early formulation development.
• Experience managing or supervising laboratory teams.
• Experience supporting project delivery, resource planning and operations.
• Excellent communication, organisation and time management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced scientific environment.
• Budget tracking, forecasting or financial awareness is advantageous.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, scientific excellence and developing people.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day laboratory activities for assigned formulation projects, guiding scientists to deliver high-quality results.
• Provide technical and operational support to Research Experts and project teams to ensure timely, standards-compliant delivery.
• Supervise scope changes, resources, workload planning and tracking of project activities.
• Support project management including budget tracking, forecasting, status reporting and delivery updates.
• Ensure laboratory practices comply with SOPs, quality standards, IOPs and Health & Safety requirements.
• Promote safe, efficient and compliant laboratory operations.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance laboratory processes.
• Support team development through coaching, feedback and development discussions.
• Coordinate workload prioritisation and resource planning to meet business and project needs.
• Act as point of contact for resolving laboratory, project delivery and operational challenges.

Skills

Laboratory Leadership

People Management

Operational Excellence

Project Coordination

Scientific Problem Solving

Communication & Collaboration

Organisation & Planning

Safety Mindset

Education

MSc in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Job description

Evotec SE in the United States is seeking an experienced Supervisor – Early Pharmaceutics to lead formulation development activities and manage laboratory operations. You will mentor scientists, ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery of projects in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes leadership, resource planning, budget awareness, and continuous improvement, with a focus on collaboration across research teams to drive scientific excellence and successful project outcomes.