At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic lab team in drug development and oversee innovative research projects.
- Company: Join a leading global biopharmaceutical organisation with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package.
- Other info: Exciting opportunity for growth in a cutting-edge research environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in early-stage drug development and advance your career.
- Qualifications: PhD in Life Sciences and experience managing lab teams required.
Play a pivotal role in shaping early development programmes across biologics and small molecules in a dynamic global setting.
Proclinical is partnered with a leading global biopharmaceutical organisation, who is seeking an experienced Laboratory Team Leader to join its Pharmaceutical Development team. This is a key leadership role within early development, supporting non-clinical drug development across biologics and small molecules.
The position sits at the intersection of Translational Sciences, Immunoanalysis, Bioanalysis and non-clinical development, with responsibility for delivering high-quality scientific outputs from early-stage research through to proof-of-concept.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage multidisciplinary laboratory teams (scientists, postdoctoral researchers, technicians and research associates)
- Oversee day-to-day lab operations, ensuring delivery of high-quality, timely scientific data
- Drive non-clinical drug development activities including in vitro pharmacology, immunogenicity, pharmacokinetics and bioanalysis
- Ensure full compliance with EHS, regulatory and quality standards (including GxP where applicable)
- Manage laboratory infrastructure, equipment, CAPEX planning and vendor/CRO interactions
- Act as a central point of coordination across Translational Sciences, Bioanalysis, Immunoanalysis and wider R&D teams
- Develop, coach and retain talent, including performance management and career development planning
- Optimise processes, lab organisation, documentation and knowledge sharing (eLN, SharePoint, Teams)
- Support strategic decision-making around assay feasibility, outsourcing and scientific direction
Key Requirements for the Laboratory Team Leader:
- PhD in Life Sciences with postdoctoral training
- Proven experience managing laboratory teams (5+ people) within biotech, pharmaceutical or CRO environments.
- Strong background in non-clinical drug development (e.g. in vitro pharmacology, immunogenicity, pharmacokinetics, bioanalysis)
- Demonstrated leadership in multidisciplinary, matrix environments
- Experience in laboratory operations, resource planning, and equipment management
- Excellent organisational and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Fluent English and French required
This opportunity offers the chance to lead within a highly collaborative, cutting-edge research environment, playing a critical role in advancing early-stage drug development.
Laboratory Team Leader, Drug Development in Dreux employer: Proclinical
Proclinical is an exceptional employer dedicated to advancing healthcare through innovative project management. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer opportunities for professional development and the chance to work on impactful projects within NHS settings across the UK and Ireland. Our collaborative work culture fosters open communication and teamwork, making it a rewarding environment for those looking to make a meaningful difference in the life sciences sector.
