Principal Scientist Neurosciences

Company Overview Nous sommes un groupe pharmaceutique à dimension humaine, international et indépendant, gouverné par une Fondation. Aujourd’hui leader mondial en cardiologie, nous nous tournons vers l’oncologie d’ici 2030, consacrant plus de 70 % de notre budget R&D à des cancers difficiles à traiter. Avec 22 000 collaborateurs passionnés de plus de 50 nationalités, nous avançons chaque jour avec et pour les patients. Job Summary Principal Scientist Neurosciences (H/F) – CDI – GIF‑SUR‑YVETTE, France. Vous serez responsable de la conduite de projets de recherche en neurologie et pharmacologie in‑vitro, en assurant coordination interne et externe, tout en favorisant une culture d’excellence scientifique. Main Mission Lead internal and external teams and supervise operational tasks to support neurology projects in early and late discovery phases. Proactively contribute to neurology projects beyond in vitro pharmacology expertise. Foster a culture promoting scientific rigor and operational excellence within the in vitro pharmacology department. Deliver innovative solutions in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities Manage team performance and resources to ensure scientific excellence and timely project delivery. Anticipate scientific and project needs, contributing to study design and planning. Supervise operational tasks internally and externally to execute agreed in vitro pharmacology plans. Monitor project literature, develop functional models, and conduct in vitro studies for target validation and optimization. Coordinate innovative approaches to support projects. Anticipate future business needs through stakeholder meetings and consultations with key opinion leaders. Contribute to identifying innovative targets for exploratory projects. Profile Senior Scientist with at least 10 years of experience in industry, CRO, or biotech as a scientific leader with managerial responsibilities. Training Ph.D. and post‑doc in neuroscience, neurobiology, pharmacology, or a related field with strong scientific publications. Skills Strong team management experience. Solid background in in vitro pharmacology. Expertise in neurology and related assays, neurodegeneration, neuroinflammation, synaptic biology, and neurodevelopment. Knowledge of drug discovery processes. Strong collaborative skills and multidisciplinary team effectiveness. Excellent communication and presentation skills in French and English. Management and leadership capabilities in a fast‑paced environment. Good network and relationship‑building skills. What We Offer Motivating and fulfilling work environment with skilled, friendly, and committed teams. Modern workspaces and attractive benefits, including: 23 RTT days per year, plus 27 days of paid leave. Up to 8 days of remote work per month. Exceptional leave for personal or family events, marriage, and birth allowances. Company performance bonus, profit‑sharing, and employee savings plans. Subsidized cafeteria services. High‑quality health insurance plan covered at 60 % by the company, plus additional risk coverage. Numerous employee benefits (gift vouchers, cultural & sport discounts, Christmas and school support initiatives). On‑site gym access in certain locations. Proud to be certified Top Employer (France & Europe) for 3 consecutive years Equal Opportunity Statement Nous sommes engagés pour l’égalité des chances et le développement des talents dans toute leur diversité. Nous accordons autant de valeur à l’expérience qu’à l’envie de s’engager au quotidien pour être utile au progrès thérapeutique au bénéfice des patients. Si vous vous reconnaissez dans cette offre et ces quelques lignes, saisissez cette opportunité de nous rencontrer. Envoyé par Servier – Servier.com #J-18808-Ljbffr