Senior Project Manager Hit & Lead Discovery (gn)

Your mission

Project Leadership & Client Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication, alignment on objectives, and high client satisfaction
• Lead multiple concurrent early discovery projects from initiation through delivery
• Translate client goals into actionable project plans, timelines, and deliverables
• Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies

Scientific Oversight

• Oversee and guide scientific activities across:
• Hit finding (e.g., protein production, screening, assay development, structure determination, in silico screening)
• Hit-to-lead progression
• Collaborate with cross-functional scientific teams (e.g., medicinal chemistry, biophysics, computational chemistry, structural biology, biochemistry)
• Ensure scientific rigor, data quality, and strategic alignment with client objectives
• Interpret and communicate complex scientific data to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Resource & Operational Management

• Coordinate internal resources across multiple departments to ensure timely project execution
• Monitor project progress, budgets, and scope; adjust plans as needed
• Facilitate internal meetings, track milestones, and ensure accountability
• Support capacity planning and resource allocation in collaboration with department heads

Business & Strategic Contribution

• Contribute to proposal preparation, project scoping, and budgeting for new business opportunities
• Support business development activities by providing scientific and operational insights
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiency within project workflows

Your profile

• Demonstrated experience in early discovery stages: hit identification through lead optimization
• PhD in Chemistry, Biology, Pharmacology, or related life sciences field preferred
• MSc with significant relevant experience may be considered
• 3–7+ years of experience in drug discovery, ideally within a CRO, biotech, or pharmaceutical environment
• Proven track record of managing complex, cross-functional scientific projects
• Experience in client-facing roles strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of drug discovery workflows and decision-making processes
• Excellent project management skills (planning, risk management, prioritization)
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with project management tools and scientific data systems

Why us?

• an innovative profession in an intellectually stimulating environment
• challenging and scientifically-driven projects
• making a significant contribution to the discovery of novel and unique drugs
• leading teams of highly motivated and skilled scientists
• working with customers around the globe
• competitive salaries and bonus program