Team Manager R&D

Team Manager R&D

ProQR Therapeutics

Leiden, Netherlands

As a ProQR Team Manager R&D you will be key in leading a team (10-15 HC) of highly talented scientists and researchers in a matrix organization. You are a natural people leader with significant experience leading and developing people in a R&D environment. In your role you will shape, support, develop and optimize the team strategy, processes and structure. Contribute to translation of the corporate goals into team’s strategic and actionable plans. Work internally with other team’s directors/project leads and with external colleagues facilitating coordination across multiple groups.

As part of the Axiomer Unit, you will report to the VP Scientific Operations and will work closely with the Axiomer Leadership Team, Program Directors and fellow Team Managers R&D. In your role you will be responsible for talent recruitment, development, allocation, implementing and maintaining best practices, safety & health, team budget. Good project and organization skills are a must.

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:

• At least 5 years experience in leading an R&D team is a must
• Proven ability to effectively interact with technical, scientific staff, and research management
• MSc or PhD degree in a scientific discipline with 10+ years’ experience in the field of Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or Medical sciences
• At least 10 years of working experience within the Biotech/Pharmaceutical industry
• The ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and leadership
• The ability to work in a dynamic organization
• Experience in or affinity with the field of genetic diseases

Skills and competencies that are required for making the difference:

• Strong management skills
• Flexible and receptive to change
• Pro-active and pragmatic self-starter, with a result-oriented mindset
• Team player
• Critical thinking, decision making,g and problem-solving skills
• Being able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills (English)

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