Innovation Manager -Innovation Manager - Oncology Assets Evaluation / novel therapies

Location Europe - remote

Offer description

We are proud to be retained by a leading global pharmaceutical company focused on innovation and excellence in healthcare, specialising in oncology and other therapeutic areas. With a strong commitment to research and development, the organisation delivers high-quality solutions to improve patient outcomes worldwide, combining scientific expertise with a patient-centric approach.

Currently, for our Client, we are looking for

Innovation Manager - Oncology Assets Evaluation / novel therapies

Location: remote, Europe, UK

As a key player in the company’s strategic expansion into oncology, you will lead efforts to evaluate and support groundbreaking novel oncology therapies. This pivotal role requires a unique combination of scientific expertise (PhD), project management skills, very strong communication skills and sound knowledge of the oncology therapy trends to shape the future of oncology care.

Key tasks

Key Tasks:

Participate in the evaluation of preclinical and clinical oncology assets, assessing scientific, clinical, and business potential and risks.
Manage cross-functional evaluations of oncology technologies, supporting comprehensive due diligence processes.
Prepare and present findings to cross-functional teams and senior leadership, leveraging strong communication and presentation skills.
Contribute to the strategic development of the oncology pipeline with valuable clinical and medical insights.
Represent the company at key scientific and partnering events, identifying opportunities and advocating for the organization’s goals.
Ensure all activities align with company standards and regulatory requirements.

Required background and skillset

Education, experience and skillset needed to be successful in the role.

Education and experience:

PhD in Life Sciences, preferably in oncology or a related field (postdoctoral experience is an advantage).
Around 3-5 years of experience in a similar role within the pharmaceutical industry (search and evaluation experience preferred) or at least 5 years of experience in clinical/R&D/Medical Affairs roles.
Strong scientific background in oncology with deep knowledge of current and future oncology trends.
Proven ability to analyse scientific data, write comprehensive reports, and synthesise insights from diverse sources.

Skills and Competencies:

Fluent in English (spoken and written) with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Team-oriented, with the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional groups.
Strong organisational, planning, and problem-solving abilities; capable of driving projects independently.
Comfortable presenting complex information to senior executives and cross-functional teams.

The offer

The company offers:

Be part of a highly innovative, stable, yet fast-evolving and dynamic pharmaceutical company.
Enjoy a competitive salary complemented by a bonus scheme.
Benefit from excellent opportunities for professional growth and development.
Opportunity to travel (approx. 10% of the time).

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