Permanent (‘CDI’) – Lille, France – Hybrid or on-site
ABOUT OUR CLIENT
- Our client is the French R&D division of a Swiss pharmaceutical company dedicated to developing novel treatments to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
- The company’s mission is to address one of the greatest global health challenges of our times by creating innovative solutions for life-threatening infections caused by multi-drug-resistant (MDR) bacteria.
THE OPPORTUNITY
As part of a dynamic R&D team based in Lille, France, you will play a key role in advancing the company’s drug development programs. This position involves establishing a new in vitro PK/PD platform and supporting both pre-clinical and clinical projects.
Reporting directly to the Head of Translational Science, and collaborating with internal and external multidisciplinary teams, you will:
- Develop the PK/PD laboratory and modeling capabilities.
- Design, plan, and execute experiments.
- Perform PK/PD modeling, analyse experimental data, and synthesise results into actionable insights.
- Stay up to date with the latest scientific and technological advancements to ensure continuous innovation.
YOUR PROFILE
The ideal candidate will have:
A PhD in microbiology or a related field.
- Expertise in PK/PD concepts.
- Experience in PK/PD modeling and simulation.
- Experience working with pathogens in a BSL-2 setting.
- Proficiency in microbiological assays, including MIC determination, static and dynamic time-kill assays, as well as resistance development and characterization.
- Excellent written and spoken English (French would be an advantage).
You are:
- A real team player with a friendly, positive and flexible attitude.
- Proactive and able to take ownership of your work.
- Someone who thrives in a dynamic, small-team environment, focused on bringing new therapies to people in need.
BENEFITS
- Competitive remuneration package.
- Opportunity to work in a cutting-edge biotech environment.
- Premises located within the Institut Pasteur, in the centre of Lille, close to all transport links.
- Hybrid or on-site work flexibility.
- 10 additional paid leave days (‘jours de RTT’) on top of the statutory 25 days of annual leave.
- ‘Statut cadre’ Executive-level employment status with associated benefits.
- Occasional travel (4-5 times/year).
Ref : PR-0287