Team Leader Protein Reagents

Team Leader Protein Reagents

Evotec

Macclesfield, United Kingdom

Key Accountabilities

• Accountable for Protein Reagent supply and Profiling to early drug discovery projects. Supports more than one project directing internal resources;
• Will be expected to provide oversight of reagent team members to ensure delivery to project specifications;
• Accountable, together with project counterparts, for the design of experiment, review of documentation and client presentation. Conducts thorough data analysis ahead of product release to internal or external customers;
• Delivers expert input for experimental design;
• Provide scientific direction and supervision of a project and scientific capability portfolio, not only through direct involvement but may also via mentoring/coaching other members of Protein Science;
• Proposes experimental designs and novel approaches to identify/advance best strategies in addition to planning/ executing project deliverables;
• Leads the development and implementation of standalone scientific services and deliverables to customers;
• Works with Team to co-develop plans for personal growth, aligned to business need;
• May represent the company at scientific and/or business conferences;
• Presents and publishes as appropriate peer-reviewed science increasing own and Evotec’s scientific reputation.

Knowledge & Experience

• Strong technical knowledge of Protein Purification with a proven ability to design and deliver protein reagents across target families within agreed timelines and budget, meeting agreed quality criteria;
• Experience of leading protein reagent production and building trusted partnership with internal and external customers;
• Experience in supporting automated workflows for protein reagent generation;
• Proven track record of leading scientists to deliver high quality reagents;
• Proven track record enabling personal growth through co-development of PDP;
• Track record of successful problem-solving, high-quality science and influencing of stakeholders and colleagues;
• Experience of scientific development and research work ideally with publications in a relevant scientific field..

Education and Qualifications

• Ideally a Ph.D. degree or corresponding experience in a relevant scientific discipline with several years of relevant experience in industry. Alternatively, a relevant first degree and several years additional experience in drug discovery.

Evotec Leadership Competencies

• Constructive Feedback: Actively seeks and provides constructive feedback, using it to improve processes and outcomes;
• Consistent Team Engagement: Engages frequently, fostering a more positive and collaborative environment;
• Clear Direction Communication: Consistently communicates a clear vision and direction, ensuring team alignment and understanding;
• Proactive Problem-Solving: Anticipates potential issues and plans proactively to address them before they escalate;
• Effective Delegation: Delegates tasks effectively, trusting team members to handle responsibilities and providing necessary support and development.