Mission:
The successful candidate will be group leader with responsibility for technology improvement and new product development projects, including PoC in appropriate pre clinical models. He or she will interact daily with other scientists in the Research lab and Preclinical Development department. The elected candidate will report to the Chief Scientist of BT PHARMA and assist him in establishing research priorities.
His or her mission will consist of following key tasks:
- Propose the research priorities in line with budget and assure its implementation.
- Coordinate research projects, including external collaborations under his / her
responsibility. - Participate in the multi-disciplinary R & D Project Teams.
- Obtain public research funding through competitive grant applications.
- Manage an internal research group.
- Assure technical validity of patent applications.
- Represent the company at scientific meetings, congresses and symposia.
Profile:
- Ph.D., with specialization in immunology or related field.
- Minimum of two years post-doctoral experience and three years of R&D management
experience, preferentially in corporate pharmaceutical or in Biotech Start-up environment. - Experience in immunotherapeutics, vaccinology or vaccine delivery systems is desirable.
- Acquainted with project management, statistics and pharmaceutical development of
biologicals. - Results-driven spirit, strong leadership and ability to work with remote team members.
- Rigorous, trustworthy, quality-oriented and gifted with high ethical standards.
- Fluent in English and good working knowledge of French.
- At ease with Office software and with relevant scientific software.
- Cosmopolitan spirit and willingness to travel as required for the job.
Timing and scope:
The position is open as of 1st of July 2008.
Compensation package:
A competitive salary plus bonus and other benefits are foreseen.
Location:
The position is based at our headquarters and research facilities, Toulouse, South France.
Contact person:
Candidates can contact BT PHARMA by e-mail at jobs@btpharma.com or send a motivation letter and CV to following address:
BT PHARMA
Rue Pierre et Marie Curie BP 26282
31682 Labège Cedex 1
France
All applications should make reference to the job title, include a letter of motivation and CV. All applications will be treated with great discretion.
