Executive Director, Immunology Discovery
Core
Leading an Immunology research group to strategically shape the discovery pipeline for Gastroenterology, Dermatology, and Rheumatology therapeutics, from target identification through product launch.
Role type
Executive Director, Immunology Discovery (Senior Leadership)
Builds
Immunology drug candidates and discovery pipeline
Domain
Biopharmaceuticals, Immunology, Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Rheumatology
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Immunology discovery, Portfolio management, Business development integration, Clinical stage program management, Team leadership, Strategic planning, IND preparation, Cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
Budget planning, Cost-effective development planning, Regulatory knowledge (FDA/IND), Talent development
Technologies
None explicitly stated
Responsibilities
Set vision and strategy for the Immunology team to invent drugs; Manage priorities, resources, and investments aligned with Immunology Discovery strategy; Partner with Research, Translational, and Clinical colleagues to manage early and late-stage discovery programs; Actively develop talent to strengthen the team; Collaborate with Search & Evaluation teams to identify external business development opportunities; Foster a high-performance culture of collaboration and inclusion; Contribute to departmental strategy and staff development; Partner with co-lead to oversee operations, maintenance, and expansion at the R&D San Diego site; Collaborate with organizational partners to sustain integration and innovation in drug development; Support preparation of INDs and submissions to health agencies; Lead organizational change.
Seniority
Executive, Strategy & Mentorship
