Dermatology Project Leader- CDI -F/M

Nous sommes les Laboratoires Pierre Fabre, leader mondial qui allie expertise pharmaceutique et dermo-cosmétique pour accompagner les consommateurs et les patients à chaque étape de leur parcours de soins. Notre portefeuille compte plusieurs franchises médicales et marques internationales dont Eau thermale Avène, Ducray, A-Derma, Klorane, René Furterer et Pierre Fabre Oral Care. En nous rejoignant, vous intégrez une entreprise riche de sens, où la dimension humaine est essentielle.

Vous devenez acteur du "We Care Movement", un mouvement qui valorise l'excellence et l'innovation au sein d'équipes passionnées. Ensemble, nous repoussons les limites de la science pour unir santé et beauté au bénéfice de tous, car à chaque fois que nous prenons soin d’une seule personne, nous rendons le monde meilleur. Présents dans 120 pays et une équipe de plus de 10 000 collaborateurs, nous sommes fiers de créer un impact scientifique et humain, aujourd'hui et demain!

Si prendre soin est au cœur de vos valeurs, rejoignez les Laboratoires Pierre Fabre et devenez un acteur clé du "We Care Movement". Votre mission The R&D Pierre Fabre Medical Care is seeking an experienced Dermatology Project Leader to drive scientific strategies and excellence across innovative dermatology drug discovery programs. In this role, you will shape early‑stage research and translational strategies and support the progression of novel therapeutic candidates toward early clinical development.

Dermatology is a strategic priority for the Pierre Fabre Group, and this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing pipeline supported by both internal innovation and external partnerships. The position is based in Toulouse, France, with flexibility for commuting from France/Europe and partial remote work.

within a pioneering company in full expansion:

• Lead dermatology drug discovery programs, shaping and implementing research strategies to advance new therapeutics from early discovery through early clinical development within multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide scientific team and lab supervision, including mentoring of research associates, overseeing experimental design and execution, and ensuring high standards of quality data and documentation.
• Collaborate closely with experts in translational research, drug discovery, clinical development, and data science and PK/Toxicology to ensure effective plan implementation, management of timelines and deliverables, budget oversight, and risk mitigation across preclinical and early clinical phases.
• Oversee internal and external resources in partnership with project management and coordinate the preparation and submission of high-quality documentation for reviews and decision-making.
• Contribute to the scientific evaluation of external R&D opportunities and partnerships, including academic collaborations, biotech alliances, and in-licensing opportunities.
• Identify and assess emerging trends, technologies, and opportunities in immuno-dermatology research to continuously strengthen the portfolio. This position is compatible with teleworking up to 2 days a week according to company rules. We offer an attractive remuneration/benefits package: Incentives, profit-sharing, Pierre Fabre shareholding with matching contribution, health and provident insurance, 16 days of holidays (RTT) in addition to 25 days of personal holidays, public transport participation...

Your skills at the service of innovative projects:

• PhD or MD/PhD with postdoctoral training in immunology, dermatology, or cellular and molecular biology.
• 5-10 years of experience within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology sector.
• Proven track record in leading dermatology drug discovery programs from preclinical stages through early clinical development,
• Deep knowledge of skin biology, ideally in the context of inflammatory and immune‑mediated skin diseases.
• Strong expertise with advanced immune biomarker approaches and tissue-based technologies (e.g., NGS, flow cytometry, immunohistochemistry, multi‑omics). Leadership Competencies
• Demonstrated ability to lead immuno‑dermatology programs within a matrixed, cross‑functional organization.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and team‑building skills fostering collaborative and inclusive scientific environments.
• Strong analytical and data‑driven decision‑making abilities with a focus on translational and clinical relevance.
• Capacity to set ambitious goals, prioritize effectively, and drive high‑quality outcomes, aligned with project and portfolio objectives.
• Active engagement with scientific and clinical advancements to maintain alignment with industry best practices and biomedical trends.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English La première richesse des Laboratoires Pierre Fabre, sont les femmes et les hommes qui les composent disait M. Pierre Fabre. Fiers de cet héritage, et convaincus que la diversité des parcours, des expériences et des identités renforce notre performance collective, nous nous engageons à promouvoir l’égalité des chances et à garantir un environnement inclusif pour tous. Dans le respect des lois en vigueur, toutes les candidatures sont étudiées avec la même attention, sans distinction d’origine, de sexe, d’âge, de situation de handicap, d’orientation sexuelle, d’identité de genre, de croyances ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.