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Associate Principal Scientist - Advanced Drug Delivery (all genders)
YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Are you passionate about advancing drug delivery technologies for challenging oral APIs? In this scientific role, you will drive the development of innovative formulation and approaches, lead in vitro assay design, and shape decisions that impact Bayer’s global R&D pipeline. Join us to help expand our pipeline and accelerate the journey from discovery to development.
1. You will develop, evaluate, and implement novel enabling drug delivery technologies to support preclinical and clinical development, with a focus on oral delivery of poorly absorbed APIs (bRo5)
2. In this context, you will provide scientific input and leadership to laboratory teams, scientific communities and global R&D teams
3. Your responsibilities will include designing, conducting, and coordinating in vitro assays to study transporter interactions, epithelial transport pathways, enzymatic degradation in the GIT, and mucus penetration for novel formulations and excipients
4. You will explore, characterize, and implement innovative formulation- and excipient-based strategies to expand chemical space and reduce lead optimization cycle times, including external feasibility studies
5. You will optimize and scale novel approaches, evaluate their developability, and assess suitability for GMP manufacturing
6. By offering broadened drugability options, you will support research project teams and contribute to lead optimization while mitigating development risks early
7. You will safeguard product viability by contributing to freedom-to-operate (FTO) analyses and IP strategy development
WHO YOU ARE
8. You hold a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences or a closely related discipline, with several years of industry experience in novel drug delivery systems
9. You focus on oral delivery of bRo5 molecules such as peptides, PROTACs, degraders, or large small molecules
10. You demonstrate a strong scientific track record through peer-reviewed publications, patents, and larger conference contributions
11. Your expertise includes a robust external network and deep understanding of the drug delivery landscape across academia, CROs, and CDMOs
12. You have a solid knowledge of pharmaceutical R&D and demonstrate sound judgment in CMC-related matters
13. You excel at cross-functional collaboration through strategic, global thinking and outstanding communication and planning skills
14. You stand out with your energy, sense of urgency, and ownership mindset, driving innovation and implementation
15. Fluency in English, both written and spoken, rounds off your profile; good German language skills are a plus
WHAT WE OFFER
Our benefits package is flexible, appreciative, and tailored to your lifestyle, because: What matters to you, matters to us!
16. We ensure your financial stability through a competitive compensation package, consisting of an attractive base pay and our annual bonus. In addition, managers can recognize special contributions by granting an individual performance award.
17. Whether it’s hybrid work models or part-time arrangements: Whenever it is possible, you will have the flexibility to work how, when and where it is best for you.
18. Your family is a top priority. We offer loving company daycare centers at multiple locations, support in finding childcare, time off for the care of elderly or dependent family members, summer camps for children, and much more.
19. We support your professional growth by providing access to learning and development opportunities, training programs through the Bayer Learning Academy, development dialogues, as well as coaching and mentoring programs.
20. We support your health and well-being with free check-ups by our company doctor, health seminars, and a wide range of initiatives that promote a healthy lifestyle.
21. We embrace diversity by providing an inclusive work environment in which you are welcomed, supported, and encouraged to bring your whole self to work.