Principal Scientist In Vitro Cardiovascular, Renal, and Inflammation (CVRI) | Principal Scientist In Vitro CVRI (alle Geschlechter)
Bayer AG
Job Summary
This Principal Scientist role is a leadership opportunity within the Cardiovascular, Renal, and Inflammation (CVRI) research division at Bayer, focusing specifically on advancing the portfolio for kidney diseases. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for in vitro pharmacology initiatives, guiding projects from initial concept through to clinical translation. Day-to-day activities include designing and developing functional in vitro disease models (cellular, enzymatic, biochemical) to drive drug discovery, providing strategic orientation to project teams, and acting as Biology Lead where necessary. The role requires a PhD in a relevant life science field with significant expertise in renal pathophysiology and advanced lab methods like flow cytometry and functional assay development. This position is attractive as it offers the chance to lead scientific innovation, coach junior staff, and collaborate across disciplines to develop new, life-changing therapies for patients worldwide.
Required Skills
Education
PhD in a relevant Life Science discipline with a focus on Renal Biology
Experience
- Several years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnological research
- Scientific excellence demonstrated by high-ranking publications and presentations in the field of kidney diseases
- Profound understanding of the drug discovery process
- Expertise in different therapeutic modalities
- Leadership and team skills, especially in project teams or matrix organizations
Languages
Additional
- Location constraint: Berlin, Germany. Permanent (Unbefristet) contract.
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