Frederik Deroose
About Frederik Deroose
Frederik Deroose serves as the Vice President Europe and CMC Category Lead at Scientist.com, where he has worked since 2012. He has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in outsourcing and medicinal chemistry, and has held various leadership roles at Janssen, Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson and Johnson.
Current Role at Scientist.com
Frederik Deroose serves as the Vice President Europe and CMC Category Lead at Scientist.com. He has held this position since 2012, contributing to the company's growth and strategic direction in Belgium. In this role, he focuses on managing the CMC category, leveraging his extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry to enhance operational efficiency and drive innovation.
Previous Experience at Janssen
Prior to his current role, Deroose worked at Janssen, Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson and Johnson, where he held multiple positions. He served as the Head of External Collaborations and Outsourcing Solutions (ECOS+) from 2009 to 2011, and later as the Director of the Global Business Office Integrator from 2011 to 2012. His tenure at Janssen involved developing outsourcing strategies and managing collaborations with various stakeholders.
Education and Academic Background
Frederik Deroose completed his PhD in Organic Chemistry, studying from 1989 to 1995. His academic journey began at Koninklijk Atheneum Gent, where he studied from 1980 to 1985. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in scientific principles and methodologies relevant to his career in the pharmaceutical industry.
Expertise in Outsourcing and Medicinal Chemistry
Deroose is recognized as a worldwide expert and key opinion leader in outsourcing and medicinal chemistry. His expertise is reflected in his ability to motivate teams and manage scientists effectively, focusing on career development and performance enhancement. He has played a pivotal role in building corporate compound screening collections and establishing strategic partnerships with academic institutions and biotech companies.
Leadership and Team Management
Frederik Deroose has a strong track record in motivating teams to achieve challenging goals and deadlines within the pharmaceutical sector. His leadership style emphasizes collaboration and performance enhancement, enabling teams to navigate complex projects and deliver results in a timely manner.