Group Leader – In Vitro Biology- Oncology

Job Description For our Toulouse site, we are looking for a : GROUP LEADER – IN VITRO BIOLOGY- ONCOLOGY (M/F) TASKS : Under the responsability of the head of the « _In Vitro _Biology » department, you will be in charge of the following tasks : * Play a key scientific role in multiple projects in the field of oncology by participating in or leading cross-functional research projects and by maintaining a cutting edge awareness of technical developments and scientific knowledge to improve project performance * Manage a group consisting of skilled scientists consisting of team leaders, masters’ level and technicians, while collaborating in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced discovery-oriented environment, and at the interface of several departments and sites. * Successfully present Evotec externally to potential new clients and collaborators in _In Vitro _pharmacology and/or integrated drug discovery projects. * Be responsible for supporting existing activities as well as establishing novel _In Vitro _assays, know-how and capabilities within the _In Vitro _department at Evotec Toulouse in response to new business opportunities, working efficiently with other scientists within the company and/or external platforms PROFILE : * Autonomous, pro-active, flexible and a motivating leader * Rigorous, innovative and knowledgable * Dynamic and customer focused EDUCATION : * Minimum a PhD EXPERIENCE : * At least 5 years pharmaceutical industry, biotech and/or CRO experience required * Records and accomplishments in drug discovery project management with clients/partners is required COMPETENCES : * A proven background in in vitro pharmacology and drug discovery with a track record of contributing to the delivery of pre-clinical development candidates * A deep understanding of the disease area and animal models of oncology is required; experience in other disease areas e.g. I&I (inflammation and immunity) will also be considered * Demonstrated leadership and entrepreneurial skills in leading and developing in vitro pharmacology activities with her/his counterparts in the in vivo pharmacology, chemistry and DMPK departments * Excellent oral and written communication skills, works well independently and as a group leader, and able to work on multiple projects simultaneously. * Capacity to organize and communicate complex scientific concepts and data sets in a clear and concise manner to key stakeholders/clients from diverse backgrounds * Ability to manage collaborators, supervise trainees and ensure regular training of colleagues in the in vitro pharmacology field * Skilled in designing research projects including short-term and long-term experimental plans, needs assessment, plannings, studies follow up (timelines, costs, deliverables) LANGUAGES : * English: written / read / spoken is required * French : written / read / spoken is a plus Worker