Senior Scientist CRMDR I Cardiovascular Diseases

The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Scientist to lead a team of Research Assistants and to collaborate with highly skilled experts from various disciplines with the goal to convert innovative ideas into potent drugs by applying cutting-edge science.

Are you passionate to discover drugs for the treatment of cardiovascular diseases? Would you like to apply your scientific expertise and leadership skills to collaborate with experts to drive drug discovery projects? Then seize this opportunity to join the Cardiovascular team located at Boehringer Ingelheim’s largest R&D site in Biberach an der Riss, Germany.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Lead a pharmacology lab with several highly skilled Research Assistants.
• Lead the science to identify and validate novel therapeutic starting points to treat cardiovascular diseases.
• Establish cutting‑edge methods and technology for innovative drug discovery.
• Lead drug discovery projects in a matrix environment, collaborating across disciplines including medicinal chemistry, biologics development, and other drug discovery supporting functions.
• Recognize and leverage external collaboration opportunities that amplify the Department’s research.
• Contribute to the science in cardiovascular disease by publishing papers and presenting at conferences.

Requirements

• Doctorate degree in biology, biochemistry, molecular pharmacology or related disciplines with expert knowledge in cardiovascular biology.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry or several years of postdoctoral training, preferentially with leadership experience.
• Demonstrated track record of publications in scientific journals.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Independent, goal‑oriented and proactive working attitude, flexibility as well as innovative thinking and problem solving.
• Fluency in English spoken and written; German is a plus.

Ready to contact us?

If you have any questions about the job posting or process – please contact our HR Direct Team, Tel: +49 (0) or via mail:

Recruitment process

1. Step 1: Online application – The job posting is presumably online until January 5th, 2026. We reserve the right to take the posting offline beforehand. Applications up to December 29th, 2025 are guaranteed to be considered.
2. Step 2: Virtual meeting till mid‑January 2026.
3. Step 3: On‑site interviews till mid‑February 2026.

Our Company

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths – and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after – as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you’ll be helping to transform lives for generations.

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Biberach an der Riss, Baden-Württemberg, Germany €55,000.00‑€65,000.00, 1 week ago