Research Senior Scientific Director, Head of Hit ID and Sample Management (Automation)
Core
Lead strategic functions for high-throughput screening (HTS), DNA-Encoded Libraries (DEL), and sample management to support drug discovery across small and large molecule portfolios.
Role type
Senior Director, Head of Hit ID and Sample Management (Automation)
Builds
Enterprise capabilities in automated screening and compound/sample management for discovery programs
Domain
Pharmaceutical R&D, Drug Discovery, High-Throughput Screening
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
HTS strategy and execution, DEL technology leadership, sample management operations, automated storage system optimization, statistical analysis of screening data, AI/ML integration for hit selection, team leadership for 20+ scientists, assay miniaturization, inventory governance
Preferred skills
Direct operational leadership in DEL technologies, experience with libraries exceeding 1 million samples
Technologies
1536-well platforms, automated storage systems, AI/ML tools for data analysis
Responsibilities
Lead and evolve enterprise capabilities in HTS and DEL; oversee screening strategies for small molecules; manage large compound libraries and automated storage systems; develop forward-looking strategies aligned with portfolio priorities; lead and develop large organizations of scientists and operational staff
Seniority
Senior Director, strategic leadership and large team management