Process Chemistry Team Leader

Process Chemistry Team Leader Servier Bolbec, France The Mission As Process Chemistry Team Leader, you will lead and inspire a team of approximately 10 scientists (a mix of Research Engineers/PhDs and Technicians) dedicated to the design, optimization, and scale-up of synthetic processes for future drug candidates. Operating at the interface between R&D and Industry, you will be a key player in the CHAD (Chemical and Analytical Development) department, managing activities for small molecules, ASOs, and ADCs. Your Key Responsibilities Lead with Vision: Drive scientific and technical activities within a project-based logic, ensuring the delivery of materials ranging from grams to kilos for preclinical and clinical studies; Empower Your Team: Foster a culture of excellence and innovation. You will challenge the status quo, pushing your team to explore new domains while ensuring their technical and human development; Strategic Impact: Contribute to CMC strategies and key development decisions, managing both internal projects and external partnerships (60% external/40% internal ratio); Performance & Quality: Guarantee that timelines, costs, and quality standards are met for all deliverables. Who You Are We are looking for a leader who can create a positive, performance-oriented team dynamic; Background: You hold a PhD in Organic Chemistry or an Engineering degree in organic chemistry; Expertise: You possess solid technical expertise in synthesis and process development. Experience in a CMC environment is a major asset; Leadership: You are a natural communicator with the ability to develop a clear vision and establish technical legitimacy with your team; Global Mindset: You are agile, tech-savvy, and fluent in English, enabling you to thrive in our international context. Apply Now