Translational Research - Research Associate -CDI - M/F

Pierre Fabre is the 2nd largest dermo-cosmetics laboratory in the world, the 2nd largest private French pharmaceutical group and the market leader in France for products sold over the counter in pharmacies.

Its portfolio includes several medical franchises and international brands including Pierre Fabre Oncologie, Pierre Fabre Dermatologie, Eau Thermale Avène, Klorane, Ducray, René Furterer, A-Derma, Naturactive, Pierre Fabre Oral Care. 

Established in the Occitanie region since its creation, and manufacturing over 95% of its products in France, the Group employs some 10,000 people worldwide. Its products are distributed in about 130 countries. 86% of the Pierre Fabre Group is held by the Pierre Fabre Foundation, a government-recognized public-interest foundation, while a smaller share is owned by its employees via an employee stock ownership plan. 

In 2019, Ecocert Environment assessed the Group’s corporate social and environmental responsibility approach in accordance with the ISO 26000 sustainable development standard and awarded it the “Excellence” level.

Pierre Fabre is recognized as one of the "World's Best Employers 2021" by Forbes. Our group is ranked in the Top 3 in the cosmetics industry and in the Top 10 in the pharmaceutical industry worldwide. 

Your mission

We are seeking a talented and highly motivated Research Associate to join our Translational Research group in Toulouse (Oncopôle site, France). Pierre Fabre Group is committed to Medical Care R&D to bring novel, innovative therapeutic opportunities to patients in need.

Dermatology is a priority therapeutic area and constitutes a strategic focus for the Pierre Fabre Group. The internal R&D pipeline, supplemented with future external opportunities, will be central in shaping the future orientation of Pierre Fabre Medical Care.

Your role within a pioneering company in full expansion:

• Design and execute cell-based functional assays to support drug discovery programs in immuno-dermatology.
• Conduct mechanism-of-action studies and in vitro preclinical proof-of-concept experiments using immune and/or skin-relevant models to characterize novel therapeutics.
• Develop and implement innovative cellular assay strategies, leveraging emerging technologies to address key project questions.
• Analyze experimental data and communicate results in team and cross-functional meetings to support decision-making.
• Establish, manage, and coordinate collaborations with external partners and CROs to ensure high productivity and quality, expanding capabilities according to project needs.

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:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a Life Sciences discipline such as immunology, cell biology, molecular biology, or biochemistry
• 5+ years of professional experience in drug discovery and/or translational research in pharma industry or biotech is required
• Extensive cell culture and molecular biology expertise, with proven experience with immune cell–based assays, including multiparameter flow cytometry (FACS) and related functional readouts
• Knowledge in skin biology is highly valued
• Hands-on experience with different in vitro biochemical and cellular methods, combined with knowledge of multi-omics techniques
• Demonstrated proficiency in assay development and optimization, with a high level of independence, critical thinking, and a solution-oriented mindset
• Motivated and agile team player with the ability to work in a collaborative, cross-functional R&D environment
• Excellent oral, and written communication skills in both French and English are essential

We are convinced that diversity is a source of fulfillment, social balance and complementarity for our employees, which is why our offers are open to all, without restriction.