Supervisor, Early Pharmaceutics
Description
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Supervisor – Early Pharmaceutics to support the successful delivery of formulation development activities while leading laboratory operations and supporting the growth of a talented scientific team.
This role is ideal for someone who combines basic knowledge with excellent operational management, and a passion for creating a safe, collaborative, and high-performing laboratory environment.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage day-to-day laboratory activities for assigned formulation projects, providing guidance and support to scientists to ensure high-quality scientific delivery.
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Provide technical and operational support to Research Experts and project teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and to the required standards.
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Supervise project scope changes, resource requirements, workload planning, and tracking of project activities.
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Support project management activities, including budget tracking, forecasting, status reporting, and delivery updates.
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Ensure laboratory practices comply with SOPs, quality standards, IOPs, and Health & Safety requirements.
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Promote safe, efficient, and compliant laboratory operations.
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Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance laboratory processes and ways of working.
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Support team development through regular coaching, feedback, and development discussions.
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Coordinate workload prioritisation and resource planning to support business and project needs.
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Act as a point of support for resolving laboratory, project delivery, and operational challenges.
Core Competencies Required
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Laboratory Leadership – Ability to organise and oversee laboratory activities while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and compliance.
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People Management & Coaching – Ability to support, motivate, and develop scientists while building an inclusive and collaborative team environment.
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Operational Excellence – Strong focus on efficient laboratory practices, process improvement, and delivery of commitments.
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Project Coordination – Ability to manage priorities, track activities, and support successful project execution in discussion with TTMs.
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Scientific Problem Solving – Ability to apply formulation knowledge to support decision-making and resolve technical challenges.
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Communication & Collaboration – Ability to work effectively with scientists, TTMs, project teams, and senior stakeholders.
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Organisation & Planning – Strong ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining focus on quality and timelines.
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Safety & Quality Mindset – Commitment to maintaining a safe, compliant, and responsible working environment.
Key Skills & Experience:
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MSc (or equivalent) in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacy, Drug Delivery, or a related discipline.
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5–6+ years of relevant pharmaceutical industry experience, preferably in early formulation development or preclinical/analytical development.
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Experience managing or supervising laboratory teams.
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Experience supporting project delivery, resource planning, and laboratory operations.
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Excellent communication, organisation, and time management skills.
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Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced scientific environment.
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Experience with budget tracking, forecasting, or financial awareness would be advantageous.
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Commitment to continuous improvement, scientific excellence, and developing people.
Languages
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Excellent written and spoken English is essential.
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Additional languages (Italian, German or French) are considered an advantage.
Target hire date: 1 October 2026
FR : Dans le cadre de sa politique Diversité, Evotec étudie, à compétences égales, toutes les candidatures dont celles des personnes en situation de handicap.
ENG : In the frame of our Diversity policy, Evotec considers, with equal competences, all applications including people with disabilities.