Scientific Project Manager / Senior Scientific Project Manager
The Babraham Research, Newtown, Cambridge
Scientific Project Manager / Senior Scientific Project Manager
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The Babraham Research, Newtown, Cambridge
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 1 day ago, 14 Nov | Get your application in today.
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Full Job Description
- Lead and coordinate drug discovery and preclinical development programs, from hit-to-lead and lead optimization through IND/CTA-enabling activities
- Drive integrated project planning, execution, and tracking of timelines, budgets, milestones, risks, and key scientific deliverables
- Coordinate cross-functional activities across medicinal chemistry, DMPK, pharmacology, toxicology, formulation, and CMC
- Manage external R&D partners, such as CROs, CDMOs, and scientific consultants, including routine administrative and logistical tasks (e.g., quotes, standard contracts, shipments) to ensure continuous project progress
- Continuously evaluate, develop, and optimize project-related processes, workflows, and operational practices within the area of responsibility to improve efficiency, transparency, and execution quality
- Communicate project progress, scientific challenges, and recommendations to senior management and relevant stakeholders
We are seeking a highly motivated and hands-on Scientific Project Manager / Senior Scientific Project Manager with a strong background in chemistry and peptide therapeutics to drive innovative drug development programs within our multi-modality pipeline, with a primary focus on preclinical development through IND/CTA-enabling studies to clinical transition. The successful candidate will combine scientific expertise, strong project leadership skills, and a pragmatic mindset to efficiently advance drug candidates toward clinical development. The level of appointment will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, track record, and technical expertise., - MSc or PhD in Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, or a closely related scientific discipline; PhD preferred
- 4 to 10+ years of relevant experience in the biotechnology and/or pharmaceutical industry, depending on level and scope of prior responsibilities
- Strong expertise in peptide chemistry and oral peptide therapeutics, including challenges related to oral bioavailability, stability, and drug delivery is an advantage
- Proven experience in drug development and candidate selection (DC or PCC)
- Understanding of DMPK, pharmacology, toxicology, formulation, and CMC-related development activities
- Fluent in English What We Offer
- The opportunity to contribute to the development of innovative oral therapeutics with significant therapeutic potential
SMIN Therapeutics is a pioneering biotech company and a frontrunner in oral FcRn drug development, dedicated to transforming the treatment of autoimmune diseases through next-generation oral therapeutics. Backed by leading biotechnology and healthcare investors, SMIN leverages its differentiated multi-modality approach to improve the lives of millions of patients worldwide.
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