Dermatology Project Leader- CDI FM

We are Pierre Fabre Laboratories a global leader combining pharmaceutical expertise with dermo-cosmetics to support consumers and patients at every stage of their care journey.
Our portfolio includes several medical franchises and international brands such as Eau Thermale Avène Ducray A-Derma Klorane René Furterer and Pierre Fabre Oral Care.
By joining us you become part of a meaningful company where the human dimension is essential. You become a participant in the We Care Movement a movement that values excellence and innovation within passionate teams. Together we push the boundaries of science to unite health and beauty for the benefit of all because Every time we care for a single person we make the whole world better.

Present in 120 countries with a team of over 10000 employees we are proud to create a scientific and human impact today and tomorrow! If caring is at the heart of your values join Pierre Fabre Laboratories and become a key player in the We Care Movement.

The R&D Pierre Fabre Medical Care is seeking an experienced Dermatology Project Leader to drive scientific strategies and excellence across innovative dermatology drug discovery programs.

In this role you will shape earlystage research and translational strategies and support the progression of novel therapeutic candidates toward early clinical development.

Dermatology is a strategic priority for the Pierre Fabre Group and this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing pipeline supported by both internal innovation and external partnerships.

The position is based in Toulouse France with flexibility for commuting from France/Europe and partial remote work.

Your role within a pioneering company in full expansion:

• Lead dermatology drug discovery programs shaping and implementing research strategies to advance new therapeutics from early discovery through early clinical development within multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide scientific team and lab supervision including mentoring of research associates overseeing experimental design and execution and ensuring high standards of quality data and documentation.
• Collaborate closely with experts in translational research drug discovery clinical development and data science and PK/Toxicology to ensure effective plan implementation management of timelines and deliverables budget oversight and risk mitigation across preclinical and early clinical phases.
• Oversee internal and external resources in partnership with project management and coordinate the preparation and submission of high-quality documentation for reviews and decision-making.
• Contribute to the scientific evaluation of external R&D opportunities and partnerships including academic collaborations biotech alliances and in-licensing opportunities.
• Identify and assess emerging trends technologies and opportunities in immuno-dermatology research to continuously strengthen the portfolio.

This position is compatible with teleworking up to 2 days a week according to company rules.

We offer an attractive remuneration/benefits package: Incentives profit-sharing Pierre Fabre shareholding with matching contribution health and provident insurance 16 days of holidays (RTT) in addition to 25 days of personal holidays public transport participation...

Your skills at the service of innovative projects:

• PhD or MD/PhD with postdoctoral training in immunology dermatology or cellular and molecular biology.
• 5-10 years of experience within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology sector.
• Proven track record in leading dermatology drug discovery programs from preclinical stages through early clinical development
• Deep knowledge of skin biology ideally in the context of inflammatory and immunemediated skin diseases.
• Strong expertise with advanced immune biomarker approaches and tissue-based technologies (e.g. NGS flow cytometry immunohistochemistry multiomics).

Leadership Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to lead immunodermatology programs within a matrixed crossfunctional organization.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and teambuilding skills fostering collaborative and inclusive scientific environments.
• Strong analytical and datadriven decisionmaking abilities with a focus on translational and clinical relevance.
• Capacity to set ambitious goals prioritize effectively and drive highquality outcomes aligned with project and portfolio objectives.
• Active engagement with scientific and clinical advancements to maintain alignment with industry best practices and biomedical trends.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English

At Pierre Fabre Laboratories we believe that our greatest asset is our people.

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