An experienced scientist with an extensive background both in project leadership/management as well as in global operations.• Strong background in management of external research, budgeting, resource allocation and portfolio management.• Experienced Global Project Team Leader for Hit-to-Lead projects across multiple therapeutic areas. Comprehensive understanding of medicinal chemistry, structure based design, hit-to-lead chemistry and early hit discovery.• Extensive experience managing cross-functional teams of both internal and external scientists.• Experience working in a complex matrix organization across different functions, countries and cultures.