Tech Director

DIRECTOR DRUG DISCOVERY - BIOLOGY

Our client is a solid technology company, now managing an emerging biotech platform dedicated to discovering and developing breakthrough antimicrobial agents to combat the growing threat of drug-resistant infections. Leveraging cutting-edge biology, advanced screening platforms, and a multidisciplinary team, they aim to deliver novel anti-infective therapies with transformative potential for global health.

Driven by a strong scientific and entrepreneurial spirit, the company is entering an exciting research & growth phase. We are now seeking a Director, Drug Discovery Biology, to lead and expand their Discovery Biology function, driving innovation, collaboration, and scientific excellence across their pipeline.

Coordinate and supervise the activities of the Drug Discovery Biology group, strengthening cooperation and synergies among the different work teams.

Building and managing a high-performance, business-oriented multidisciplinary team to deliver on both science- and business-driven milestones.

Defining objectives and priorities for senior leaders in the group so that information is efficiently communicated to all levels and team members.

Authorize and supervise the integration of studies carried out in-house and with external collaborators, to guarantee quality standards, and compliance with work programs, to meet milestones.

Set priorities, accelerate, and ensure successful progression of the group’s technology and pipeline projects.

Actively participate in departmental, cross-functional, senior leadership, and external meetings to contribute expertise and to represent the goals and vision of the Discovery Biology group.

Challenge and mentor the Drug Discovery Biology group to provide opportunities, visibility, and development for all group members.

Direct report to the General Manager

D. in Microbiology or Parasitology (Ph.D. in Biology or Medicine).

~Extensive experience in various drug discovery disciplines : in vitro and in vivo, microbiology, parasitology, cell culture, and alternative in vitro models.