Supervisor, Early Pharmaceutics
Pubblicato il 09-08-2026 - Evotec in Verona
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Supervisor – Early Pharmaceutics to support the successful delivery of formulation development activities while leading laboratory operations and supporting the growth of a talented scientific team.
This role is ideal for someone who combines basic knowledge with excellent operational management, and a passion for creating a safe, collaborative, and high-performing laboratory environment.
Key Responsibilities Manage day-to-day laboratory activities for assigned formulation projects, providing guidance and support to scientists to ensure high-quality scientific delivery.
Provide technical and operational support to Research Experts and project teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and to the required standards.
Supervise project scope changes, resource requirements, workload planning, and tracking of project activities.
Support project management activities, including budget tracking, forecasting, status reporting, and delivery updates.
Ensure laboratory practices comply with SOPs, quality standards, IOPs, and Health & Safety requirements.
Promote safe, efficient, and compliant laboratory operations.
Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to enhance laboratory processes and ways of working.
Support team development through regular coaching, feedback, and development discussions.
Coordinate workload prioritisation and resource planning to support business and project needs.
Act as a point of support for resolving laboratory, project delivery, and operational challenges.
Core Competencies Required Laboratory Leadership – Ability to organise and oversee laboratory activities while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and compliance.
People Management & Coaching – Ability to support, motivate, and develop scientists while building an inclusive and collaborative team environment.
Operational Excellence – Strong focus on efficient laboratory practices, process improvement, and delivery of commitments.
Project Coordination – Ability to manage priorities, track activities, and support successful project execution in discussion with TTMs.
Scientific Problem Solving – Ability to apply formulation knowledge to support decision?making and resolve technical challenges.
Communication & Collaboration – Ability to work effectively with scientists, TTMs, project teams, and senior stakeholders.
Organisation & Planning – Strong ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining focus on quality and timelines.
Safety & Quality Mindset – Commitment to maintaining a safe, compliant, and responsible working environment.
Key Skills & Experience MSc (or equivalent) in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Pharmacy, Drug Delivery, or a related discipline.
5–6+ years of relevant pharmaceutical industry experience, preferably in early formulation development or preclinical/analytical development.
Experience managing or supervising laboratory teams.
Experience supporting project delivery, resource planning, and laboratory operations.
Excellent communication, organisation, and time management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced scientific environment.
Experience with budget tracking, forecasting, or financial awareness would be advantageous.
Commitment to continuous improvement, scientific excellence, and developing people.
Languages Excellent written and spoken English is essential.
Additional languages (Italian, German or French) are considered an advantage.
Target hire date: 1 October ****
FR : Dans le cadre de sa politique Diversité, Evotec étudie, à compétences égales, toutes les candidatures dont celles des personnes en situation de handicap.
ENG : In the frame of our Diversity policy, Evotec considers, with equal competences, all applications including people with disabilities.
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