Principal Scientist, Oligo modality lead

Principal Scientist, Oligo modality lead

You could be our next Modality Lead for Oligo drug Discovery!
Are you passionate about advancing oligonucleotide therapeutics and ready to lead scientific innovation in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment? At Lundbeck, we’re looking for a visionary scientist to shape the future of our oligo modality platform and drive meaningful impact in brain health.

Your new role

• As our new Principal Scientist and Modality Lead for Oligo, you will spearhead the scientific strategy and execution of our oligonucleotide platform, driving innovation in RNA-targeted therapeutics.
• You will collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to shape project direction, influence decision-making, and ensure scientific excellence throughout the drug discovery process.
• Project Management: Lead and manage external discovery projects, ensuring clear communication and collaboration with external partners.
• Strategic Planning: Develop detailed project plans, timelines, and objectives to achieve project goals.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with external partners and internal teams to ensure alignment and progress.
• Performance Tracking: Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement solutions to ensure successful outcomes.
• Reporting: Communicate project status, achievements, and challenges to relevant stakeholders.
• Innovation: Drive a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the project team.
• External Representation: Represent the department at industry events, conferences, and meetings.
• Scouting for new partnerships
• Demonstrate & be a role model of Lundbeck’s behaviors: Curiosity, Adaptability, Accountability both internally in Lundbeck and externally in collaborations and partnerships
• Foster a culture of psychological safety, continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence.

Your future team

You will be based in the Research organization of Lundbeck, working in a small cross-functional department. Your day-to-day interaction will be with the Head of External Research and Innovation (ER&I) and the various team members internally and externally for relevant projects.

The position is based in Valby, Copenhagen, Denmark.

What you bring to the team

• You are a scientifically curious and collaborative leader with a strong background in oligonucleotide therapeutics and a passion for advancing innovative drug discovery. You thrive in cross-functional environments and are motivated by the opportunity to shape a growing modality area.
• A PhD in relevant scientific discipline (e.g., molecular biology, biochemistry, chemistry) and at least 7 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, preferably in CNS disorders.
• Proven experience leading oligonucleotide discovery projects in a pharmaceutical or biotech setting
• Experience collaborating with external partners and managing cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• A proactive mindset and the ability to drive scientific strategy and execution

Our promise to you  

Lundbeck offers an inspiring workplace and innovative culture, where our curiosity, accountability, and adaptability enable us to transform lives. We want to go faster and further on addressing the big unmet needs of people living with brain disorders. We offer rewarding careers with a mix of exciting tasks and development opportunities that are balanced with initiatives focused on your well-being.

We need every brain in the game, and at Lundbeck, we are committed to building a workforce that is as diverse as the people we serve. Read more about our commitment at www.lundbeck.com/global/about-us/our-commitment/diversity-and-inclusion.

Apply now

Can you see yourself in this role? We want to hear from you. Does this sound like your dream job, but you’re not sure if you meet all the requirements? We still want to hear from you!

Upload your CV and include a few lines about your motivation for applying. We ask you not to include a photo or personal information that does not relate to your professional experience.

If you have questions, please contact VP, Head of External Research & Innovation, Klaus Bæk Simonsen on KBSI@lundbeck.com.

Applications must be received by July 8th.

Learn more about us at www.lundbeck.com, LinkedIn or Instagram (@h_lundbeck).

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