We are a research-driven biopharmaceutical company. Our mission is built on the simple premise that if we "follow the science" that great medicines can make a significant impact to our world. We believe that a research-driven enterprise dedicated to world-class science can succeed by inventing medicine and vaccine innovations that make a difference for patients across the globe.
To support our Drug Safety & Metabolism Team in Schwabenheim (near Mainz), we are looking for you as of now, full time and initially for a fixed term of 2 years, as a
Senior Scientist (m/f/d), Preclinical Development in Animal Health
Your Responsibilities and Tasks:
* Scientifically support Research and Development with regard to new and existing products
* Compile and evaluate pharmacological and toxicological profiles of chemical substances by literature search and testing
* Plan, conduct and evaluate inhouse studies according to GLP guidelines, e.g., toxicity, pharmacokinetics, metabolism, and residue depletion, as well as monitor equivalent outsourced studies
* Compile expert reports, other scientific texts, and presentations in English for authorities
* Maintain and extend contact to contract research organizations, external experts and universities
* Act as preclinical representative in international multidisciplinary project teams
Your Qualifications
* Veterinary Medicine degree, including PhD or comparable
* Experience in Research and Development, ideally in the international veterinary pharmaceutical industry
* Experience in managing animal studies, ideally according to GLP
* Profound knowledge in pharmacology, metabolism and toxicology
* Experience in pharmacokinetic and metabolic evaluation of active substances
* Precise, analytical and creative work approach to problem solving
* Fluent written and spoken German and English language proficiency
Our Benefits:
* Flex Time (37.5 hours/week)
* Attractive compensation package (13 monthly salaries plus cash and stock target bonus)
* Company pension plan
* Vacation allowance (1.200€ annually)
* 30 days annual leave
* Hybrid working model
* Employee benefits
* Company bike / bicycle leasing
We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
People with severe disabilities and their equals are given preference if they are equally qualified.