Senior Director, Oncology Small Molecule
Core
Lead the discovery and advancement of next-generation Oncology small molecule therapeutics, shaping pipeline strategy from early discovery through late-stage clinical development.
Role type
Senior Director, Oncology Small Molecule Discovery
Builds
Small molecule drug candidates for oncology patients
Domain
Biopharmaceuticals / Oncology
Required skills
Cancer biology, Small molecule design, IND submission, Late-stage program leadership, People leadership, Strategic planning, Regulatory engagement, Business development evaluation
Preferred skills
Novel small molecule approaches (e.g., induced proximity), Modalities beyond traditional small molecules (e.g., payloads)
Technologies
None explicitly listed
Responsibilities
Develop and execute forward-thinking pipeline strategy for Oncology small molecules; Provide strategic oversight for programs transitioning from discovery to late-stage clinical development; Drive key milestones from preclinical selection through IND-enabling studies; Lead business development evaluations from a scientific perspective; Mentor Program Leaders and foster a high-performance culture
Seniority
Senior Director, Strategy & Leadership