AD\/Director, Oncology

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Job description

Associate Director/Director, Oncology

Job Scope & Purpose:

As an AD / Director at our partner company, you will join an interdisciplinary team of highly creative and talented individuals whose vision is to improve patients' lives by expanding the space of RNA-targeted Therapies. You are an experienced Biologist that will oversee a diverse team of scientists to advance the development of novel compounds and the characterization of their MOA on cancer cells and in vivo. The candidate must be self-driven, organized, able to manage scientists, and able to thrive in an exciting fast-paced environment in a rapidly-growing company. You will have an opportunity to work with a diverse team of biologists, biochemists, chemists and bioinformaticians to support drug discovery programs for next wave of RNA therapeutics.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Leverage your experience in oncology drug discovery and internal resources to lead a team of biologists to advance the development of novel compounds and MOA studies in relevant models.
• Work on issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth knowledge of organizational objectives
• Have a strategic mindset when selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
• Establish and assure adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, and performance requirements.
• Lead, mentor, and empower Ph.D Scientists and Research Associates.
• Work effectively in a cross-functional capacity with, bioinformatics, biochemistry and chemistry teams to deliver high-quality results in an efficient manner.
• Collaborate and communicate across a diverse interdisciplinary research team.
• Contribute to multiple projects simultaneously and manage diverse team interactions.
• Communicate and present experimental outcomes effectively across the organization.
• Be the to-go subject matter expertise
• Create, interact, and manage a network of academic advisors and KOLs

Primary Job Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Biology, Immunology, Cellular Biology, or equivalent.
• 8+ years of relevant experience required, with at least 3 years of management experience.
• Proven track record of scientific innovation, as demonstrated by peer reviewed publications and/or and patents.
• Proven experience in early-stage drug discovery process is required.
• Proactive and efficient to enable high-quality results while fostering a positive work environment.
• Exhibits passion and excitement over work. Has a can-do attitude without losing objectivity.
• Adjusts quickly to changing priorities and conditions and copes effectively with complexity and change.
• Able to deliver in an exciting high-paced environment.

About Stratacuity:

Whether you are seeking a career change or simply interested in becoming part of our network, you will appreciate the ethics guiding each Stratacuity team member. We build lasting relationships with exceptional biopharmaceutical talent and take great care to protect your personal information. Upon receiving your inquiry, you may be directly contacted by a Stratacuity team member to discuss your career goals. We will not share your information with anyone without your direct prior consent.

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