Vice President, Antibody Drug Discovery
Vice President, Antibody Drug Discovery
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Vice President Antibody Drug Discovery
Location: Rockville Maryland USA (onsite)
We are seeking a Vice President Antibody Drug Discovery to lead our clients discovery and preclinical biologics research efforts. The role encompasses scientific and drug discovery strategy as well as people management and leadership. The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary matrix environment and an entrepreneurial mindset will be critical to success. The role will interface directly with the companys executive management team and will require effective teamwork and communication at all levels within the company as well as representing a key interface with external discovery collaborators.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic input to executive management; lead large molecule research program/project(s) and support overall R&D strategy by advancing projects in the current pipeline as well as building the companys future portfolio.
- Lead large molecule drug discovery programs from hit identification through development candidate selection and validation encompassing preclinical and clinical stage programs including support for IND/BLA/NDA submissions.
- Build R&D capabilities and bring in cuttingedge technologies to deliver firstinclass or bestinclass large molecule assets.
- Recruit retain and develop scientists and build teams to advance biological therapeutics research and development programs.
- Provide scientific leadership to the biologics team as well as external collaborators and research partners for example relating to experimental design; the implementation and execution of in vitro biological assays (biophysical biochemical and cellbased); and in vivo testing in support of the companys drug discovery programs.
- Responsible for data review analysis and interpretation of in vitro and in vivo results and troubleshooting issues related to drug discovery projects.
- Develop and manage project plans timelines and costs and provide reports to executive management.
Qualifications and Experience
- Ph.D. in biochemistry cell biology pharmacology or a related field
- 8 years of relevant pharma/biotech experience (including postdoctoral and fellowship training experience)
- A broad and indepth understanding of drug discovery and earlystage development is required
- Experience in leading large molecule e.g. antibody drug discovery programs
- Experience in identifying highvalue therapeutic targets in multiple disease areas based on the evaluation of biological rationale tractability and the competitive landscape
- Strong expertise in establishing in vitro biochemical/biophysical and cellbased assays and identifying translational disease models
- Ability to recruit lead manage and motivate scientists (associate and PhD level) as a high performing team with deep biologics expertise as well as to work effectively across the companys crossfunctional R&D matrix.
- Strong leadership and excellent management skills to oversee multiple projects for rapid progress and timely communication with upper management and relevant parties
- A selfstarter and team player who has resilience and comfort with complexity and ambiguity
- Excellent influencing and communication skills (oral and written)
Desired Additional Experience
- Extensive experience in a biotech startup environment including working with external partners.
- Proven record for delivery of antibody programs from discovery to IND.
- Experience/authorship of regulatory documentation & submissions
Compensation:
- Base Salary: 240280k
- Annual performance bonus (2530%)
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Health insurance with Dependent Care
- Life insurance
- Dental & Vision insurance
- Generous PTO accrual
- Company Holidays
- Parental leave
*We are willing to also consider candidates at the Senior Director level in which the salary range would be 200230k 25% annual bonus*
AboutNexagen Search:
Our mission is to empower biotech and pharmaceutical companies by connecting them with exceptional scientific and technical talent that drives innovation growth and success at every stage of research and development. We are dedicated to building highperforming teams that support the discovery development and commercialization of lifechanging therapies. Through our specialized recruitment expertise we strive to be a trusted partner that not only meets but exceeds the expectations of our clients and candidates fostering longterm relationships and advancing the future of medicine and technology.
Recruiter in Charge:Jeff CaskeyPrincipal Consultant (Founder)
Required Experience:
Chief
Employment Type
Full Time
