Principal/Senior Scientist Non-Infectious Disease – Cardio-Metabolic Renal Disease (Research) in Ingelheim, Germany

The Position

Are you passionate about advancing scientific discovery and eager to make a significant impact in the field of Animal Health life sciences?

We are seeking dedicated and innovative individuals to fill the roles of Scientist, Senior Scientist, and Principal Scientist. In these roles, you will have the opportunity to lead groundbreaking research, mentor future scientists, and drive strategic initiatives.

If you are ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to our mission of ‘Value through Innovation’, we invite you to apply.

This position is limited for 3 years.

Tasks & responsibilities

• In your new role, you will lead AHGI disease exploratory research and research in the field of cardio-metabolic disease

• Furthermore, you will propose and evaluate scientific methods, and maintain assay records.

• You will organize and communicate results, draft publications, and coordinate with external partners.

• Finally, you will build collaborative networks and promote a culture of scientific inquiry.

As a Senior Scientist:

• you will be involved in more leadership and strategic responsibilities than the Scientist role, including leading experiments, managing partnerships, and mentoring junior scientists.

As a Principal Scientist:

• you will be involved in the highest level of responsibility, including driving innovation, leading research initiatives, advising team goals, and managing departmental administration and budgets.

• In this role you will encompass the responsibilities of both the Scientist and Senior Scientist roles, with additional leadership and strategic tasks.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in life sciences (e.g., biology, immunology, molecular biology, pharmacology, biochemistry, animal sciences)

• Working knowledge of assays and methods used in pharmaceutical discovery with at least a few years in R&D roles, preferably first experience in Animal Health R&D

• Experience preparing and executing in vitro and in vivo assays SOPs and protocols, and in data collection and reporting.

• Project management skills

• Fluency in English, German and French is beneficial

Senior Scientist:

• PhD or a DVM or MD with post-graduate training in immunology, oncology, pathology, pharmacology, internal medicine, microbiology, laboratory animal science

• Solid working knowledge of pharmaceutical discovery and research, including API, screening, models and process

• Understanding of the application of basic molecular biology and use of biochemical informatics

• Deep understanding of disease pathways and experimental methodology (in vitro and/or in vivo models) – working knowledge of domestic animal diseases preferred

• Strong project management skills

• Ability to mentor junior scientists and technicians

Principal Scientist:

• PhD or a DVM or MD with post-graduate training in immunology, oncology, pathology, pharmacology, internal medicine, microbiology, laboratory animal science – board certification in one of these areas required

• Internationally reputated working knowledge of pharmaceutical discovery and research, including API, screening, models and process

• Long term experience in R&D roles, preferably at least few years in Animal Health R&D

• Understanding of the application of basic molecular biology and use of biochemical informatics

• Deep understanding of disease pathways and experimental methodology (in vitro and/or in vivo models) with established working knowledge of domestic animal diseases

• Strong project management skills

• Ability to mentor junior and senior scientists

*Ready to contact us? *

If you have any questions about the job posting or process – please contact our HR Direct Team, Tel: +49 (0) 6132 77-3330 or via mail: hr.de@boehringer-ingelheim.com

Recruitment process:

Step 1: Online application – application deadline is December 13th, 2024

Step 2: Virtual meeting in the period from beginning of January 2025

Step 3: On-site interviews beginning mid of January 2025

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person’s actual or perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law.