Senior Director, Translational Genetics
Core
Lead a team of translational genetics scientists to identify, develop, and deliver data-driven work that accelerates the GSK drug development pipeline by addressing prioritized translational questions.
Role type
Senior Director, Translational Genetics (Strategic Leadership + Hands-on Analytics)
Builds
Drug discovery and clinical development pipeline assets
Domain
Biopharma / Translational Genetics / Statistical Genetics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Statistical genetics, integration of genetics with genomics and clinical phenotypic data, line management, external collaboration setup, R, Python, reproducible code (FAIR principles), drug discovery lifecycle knowledge
Preferred skills
Advanced expertise in genetic analysis, innovative analytical solution development, dynamic resource prioritization, cross-functional team leadership
Technologies
R, Python
Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership to set team direction and align with organizational priorities; Utilize deep expertise in genetic analysis to address targeted translational scientific questions; Provide hands-on analytical expertise to accelerate work package delivery; Lead cross-functional project teams in respiratory, hepatology, neurodegeneration, immunology, or renal disease; Identify and oversee external scientifically aligned collaborations; Communicate analysis findings and expert interpretations to project teams and senior leaders; Stay up to date on advances in translational genetics and integration methodologies; Lead a team to foster innovation and continuous professional learning
Seniority
Senior Director, Strategic Leadership with Hands-on IC contribution