In Vivo Team Lead
Location: France
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
A growing biotechnology company is looking for an experienced In Vivo Research Manager to lead and develop its preclinical in vivo research team in France.
This is a key leadership position for someone with strong in vivo expertise and proven experience managing, mentoring and growing scientific teams within a biotech environment.
The Role
You will take responsibility for the day-to-day leadership and development of the in vivo research team, ensuring high-quality scientific delivery while helping to build and expand the function.
Key responsibilities include:
Lead, manage and develop a team of in vivo scientists.
Provide scientific and technical guidance across preclinical in vivo programmes.
Train, mentor and support team members in their scientific development.
Recruit and onboard new team members as the function grows.
Oversee the planning, execution and interpretation of in vivo studies.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to support preclinical programmes.
Develop and improve protocols, processes and ways of working.
Ensure studies are delivered to high scientific, regulatory and welfare standards.
Help shape the future strategy and growth of the in vivo research function.
Foster a collaborative, high-performing and scientifically driven team culture.
What We're Looking For
Strong experience in preclinical in vivo research within a biotech or pharmaceutical environment.
Proven experience managing and developing an in vivo or preclinical team.
Demonstrable experience training, mentoring and developing scientists.
Experience building or growing a scientific team or function.
Strong understanding of in vivo study design, execution and data interpretation.
Experience working within a fast-paced biotech environment.
Ability to combine strategic leadership with strong scientific understanding.
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Experience working within regulated preclinical research environments.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced In Vivo Research Manager or similar scientific leader looking to take ownership of a growing preclinical function within an ambitious biotechnology company.