Director - Oncology Research
Core
Lead a portfolio of antibody-based therapeutics for solid tumors, specifically T-cell engagers and bispecific antibodies, from discovery to development candidate nomination.
Role type
Director, Oncology Research (Lead IC/Manager)
Builds
Novel target discovery programs and preclinical research pipelines for cancer therapeutics
Domain
Biotechnology / Oncology / Immunology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | research
Required skills
T-cell engager program leadership, translational biology, cancer cell biology, human genetics, cell growth signaling pathways, translational pharmacology, team leadership, cross-functional collaboration, external scientific collaboration, AI/ML application in research
Preferred skills
NSCLC/lung cancer biology expertise, antibody engineering, IND/CTA-enabling activities, large-molecule therapeutics, mentoring high-performing research teams, scientific impact via publications/patents
Technologies
T-cell engagers, bispecific antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates, AI/ML tools
Responsibilities
Lead preclinical research for T cell engager focused on identification of novel target opportunities; Build and lead a portfolio of innovative research programs focused on bispecific antibodies; Lead a team of project leaders and lab-based scientists; Lead cross-functional teams to integrate tumor biology, target validation, and portfolio strategy; Establish productive external scientific collaborations; Partner with peers to advance new science and integrate technology with tumor cell biology
Seniority
Director, strategic leadership with hands-on research oversight
