**The Position** We are seeking a highly motivated Research Scientist to join 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 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** + In your new role, you will lead the science to identify and validate novel therapeutic starting points to treat cardiovascular diseases. + You will be a part of a pharmacology lab with several highly skilled Research Assistants. + With your scientific expertise, you will establish cutting-edge methods and technology for innovative drug discovery. + Moreover, you will be a member of drug discovery projects in a matrix environment, thereby productively collaborating across disciplines including medicinal chemistry, biologics development, and other drug discovery supporting functions. + Furthermore, you will recognize and leverage external collaboration opportunities that amplify the Department’s research. + In addition, you will contribute to the science in cardiovascular disease by publishing papers and presenting at conferences. **Requirements** + Master’s degree in biology, biochemistry, molecular pharmacology, or related disciplines with expert knowledge in cardiovascular biology; PhD degree is preferable + Postdoctoral experience in academia or pharmaceutical industry with impactful research activities in cardiovascular diseases is valuable + Demonstrated track record of publications in scientific journals + Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. + Independent, goal-oriented, and pro-active 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) 6132 77-3330 or via mail: hr.de@boehringer-ingelheim.com Recruitment process: Step 1: Online application - application deadline is January 13, 2025. We reserve the right to take the posting offline beforehand. Applications up to January 5, 2025 are guaranteed to be considered. Step 2: Virtual meeting end of January till beginning of February Step 3: On-site interviews mid/end of February Discover our Biberach site: xplorebiberach.com All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to a person’s actual or perceived race, including natural hairstyles, hair texture and protective hairstyles; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; citizenship status, marital status; gender, gender identity or expression; sexual orientation, mental, physical or intellectual disability, veteran status; pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law.