Currently, we are looking for a new team manager, who is ready to lead a group of scientists and technicians, and the work with and development of our in vitro screening assays. If this sounds like you, and you are ready to take on a broad area of responsibilities with an independent attitude, you are a match for us.
We are seeking a Team manager to join the Department of Molecular Pharmacology. Our department includes 10 scientists, and 7 technologists dedicated to advancing our research and development projects through the generation of in vitro and biomarker data. We are organized in two teams, to ensure close manager support and scientific leadership.
As a department we all work together and use a range of molecular biology methodologies, biochemical and cellular assays to support the identification and optimization of our drug candidates. To build our future pipeline, we are also important in the identification, maturation, and initiation of new projects.
In this position, you will have dual responsibilities as a manager and a scientist. As a manager, your role is to lead and develop a group of 7-10, while making sure the resources, priorities and science direction in the department are aligned within the manager team. As a scientist you are an integral part of our research organization, taking part in progressing the projects and anchoring the in vitro data package.
Zealand Pharma is a small and flexible organization with many opportunities to impact projects across all stages of the pipeline as well as your future and the future of Zealand.
Responsibilities
In this role you have the responsibility and opportunity to develop and progress our pipeline
- Manage a team of scientists and technologists, making sure that the priorities, resources and direction are aligned in the department and with the Zealand goals.
- Work with CROs, the department scientists, and technologists to facilitate and prioritize everyday tasks, identify and implement new assays/technologies, deliver data, conclusions and recommendations to our research and development projects.
- Take part in identification, maturation, and/or evaluation of new project ideas.
- Represent the department on a research/development project, providing input to the project concept, science, and plans, as well as overseeing these plans in the department.
Candidate profile
We are looking for someone who has most or all of the below qualifications:
- A PhD degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, molecular pharmacology, or a related field with 8+ years of experience with biomedical research or drug discovery
- A genuine desire to work with leadership and preferably previous experience with management of a small department or team
- Experience receptor-based cellular assays and in vitro data
- Previous knowledge on collaboration with CROs.
- A good balance between high level overview and an eye for details when needed
- Experience with data management systems
- A mindset in line with the Zealand values
- Positive attitude, drive, excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently and in a team
Bonding to innovate
Our employees are fundamental to our success, and we continue to be able to attract and retain people with vast experience and talent. We have a unique culture, characterized by excellent teamwork and strong engagement across the organization.
Making bonds is at the core of everything we do. From discovering and developing the best new peptide drugs for patients, to engaging with our partners or connecting with each other.
We bond as a result of our entrepreneurial culture where our people are encouraged to pursue their ideas and turn them into reality. We are curious about each other’s knowledge and expertise.
We bond through curiosity and playfulness as a team, allowing ourselves to challenge common thinking and drive future innovation. Zealand Pharma is a place where everyone is heard and contributes to the success, we all want to experience.
The Zealand Pharma DNA builds on four values: (1) We are bold, (2) We empower people, (3) We work as one team, and (4) We can be trusted.
Let’s bond and be bold
We offer a combined compensation package which includes a base salary, pension, bonus, and a possibility to join our employee share program. We care about our employees’ well-being and offer health insurance, use of massage, fitness, and a range of social clubs and activities
To find out more about working at Zealand, visit https://www.zealandpharma.com/careers/zealand-as-a-workplace/
Interested? Please apply no later than December 29th 2024, or as soon as possible. The applications will be reviewed as they come in.
You do not need to attach a motivational cover letter to your application, but please include a few sentences on your motivation and why you are applying in your resume or CV.
For further information, please contact Head of department Jacob Fog, jfo@zealandpharma.com
About Zealand Pharma A/S
Zealand Pharma A/S (Nasdaq Copenhagen: ZEAL) ("Zealand") is a Danish biotechnology company on a mission to change lives with next generation peptide medicines. In our effort to reach our goals bonding is at the core of everything we do. Let it be discovering and developing the best new peptide drugs for patients, engaging with partners or connecting with each other. This has led to more than 10 drug candidates invented by Zealand having advanced into clinical development, of which two have reached the market. Zealand’s current pipeline of internal product candidates focus on specialty gastrointestinal and metabolic diseases. Additionally, the portfolio includes clinical license collaboration with Boehringer Ingelheim and pre-clinical license collaboration with Alexion Pharmaceuticals. Zealand is based in Copenhagen (Søborg), Denmark. For further information about the Company's business and activities, please visit www.zealandpharma.com or bond with us through LinkedIn.
