PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR, PROJECT LEADERApplylocations: SANT FELIU DE LLOBREGATtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: 001043POSITION SUMMARY / MISSIONThe Principal Investigator, Project Leader leads scientific strategy and execution for a discovery or development project, integrating biology, chemistry, translational, and clinical inputs to advance assets through key milestones. The role frames hypotheses, designs experiments, interprets data, and guides cross-functional teams to make decisive, data-driven choices.This position fosters scientific excellence, collaboration, and external visibility through publications and conferences while ensuring robust documentation, IP awareness, and compliance with EHS and ethical standards.CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Define scientific strategy and deliverables for assigned project(s); maintain clear objectives and go/no-go criteria.
- Design and oversee experimental plans; interpret results and steer decision making.
- Lead cross-functional teams (e.G., biology, chemistry, DMPK, tox, CMC) and manage external collaborations.




- Present findings to governance; maintain rigorous documentation and data integrity.
- Contribute to publications, patents, and scientific engagement with KOLs and partners.
- Manage budgets/timelines; identify risks and implement mitigations.REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- PhD in a relevant scientific discipline with strong postdoctoral/industry experience.
- 6–8+ years in drug discovery/development with demonstrated project leadership.
- Track record of impactful scientific contributions and cross-functional collaboration.
- Strong communication, data interpretation, and strategic thinking skills.PREFERRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Experience progressing assets through IND-enabling and early clinical stages.
- Publications and conference presence in relevant therapeutic area.
- Experience managing CROs/academic collaborations.Discovery Project Leader -responsible in building t

📌 Principal Investigator, Project Leader (Madrid)
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