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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Director of Scientific Affairs
Description
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We are looking for a Director of Scientific Affairs to strategically lead and develop our scientific programs. In this key position, you will be responsible for planning, implementing, and monitoring scientific initiatives that drive our company forward in research, development, and innovation. You will work closely with internal departments, external partners, and scientific institutions to ensure that our projects meet the highest scientific standards while supporting business objectives.
Your responsibilities include developing long-term scientific strategies, identifying new research trends, and evaluating scientific partnerships. You will lead a team of scientists and professionals, foster their development, and ensure that all projects are completed on time and within budget. Additionally, you will represent the company at scientific conferences, in expert panels, and to regulatory authorities.
A deep understanding of scientific methods, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards is essential. You should be able to clearly communicate complex scientific information and make informed decisions based on current research findings. Your leadership skills, strategic thinking, and ability to collaborate across disciplines are critical to success in this role.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the scientific direction of an innovative company and make a lasting contribution to research and development.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Develop and implement scientific strategies
- Lead interdisciplinary research teams
- Monitor scientific projects and budgets
- Build and maintain external scientific partnerships
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and ethical standards
- Represent the company at scientific events
- Evaluate new research trends and technologies
- Support professional development of team members
- Collaborate with other departments to integrate scientific insights
- Prepare scientific reports and presentations
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- PhD in a scientific discipline
- At least 8 years of experience in research or scientific management
- Proven leadership experience
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements (e.g., GCP, GLP)
- Excellent communication skills
- Strategic thinking
- Experience collaborating with academic and industry partners
- Fluent in German and English
- Project management experience
- High level of integrity and responsibility
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have leading scientific projects?
- How do you manage interdisciplinary teams?
- What strategies do you use to identify new research trends?
- How do you ensure compliance with regulatory requirements?
- What role does ethics play in your scientific work?
- How do you communicate complex scientific content to non-scientists?
- What experience do you have with scientific partnerships?
- How do you support the development of your team members?
- How do you prioritize projects with limited resources?
- What scientific achievements have you accomplished so far?
