Vice President, Translational Biology
Core
Lead the Translational Biology Group to identify, prioritize, and solve challenges in delivering nucleic acid therapeutics, specifically developing non-viral vectors with cell-specific tropism and enhanced delivery properties.
Role type
VP of Translational Biology (Head of Group)
Builds
Novel non-viral delivery platforms and genomic medicines
Domain
Biotechnology / Nucleic Acid Therapeutics / In Vivo Delivery
Required skills
Immunology, pre-clinical pharmacology, in vivo delivery modalities, discovery program management, CRO management, cross-functional collaboration, team leadership, strategic planning
Preferred skills
Biodistribution studies, machine learning-guided optimization, industry partner collaboration
Technologies
Lipid nanoparticles, in vitro/in vivo models
Responsibilities
Direct and oversee discovery research programs in small and large animal models; Design and troubleshoot experiments; Initiate and manage collaborations with industry partners; Establish project timelines and manage resources; Train and lead a team of Scientists and Research Associates; Present scientific findings to senior leadership and external stakeholders.
Seniority
VP, strategic leadership & hands-on research direction