Associate Director, Immunobiology Open Innovation
Core
Associate Director leading immunobiology open innovation, evaluating external opportunities, and shaping drug discovery strategy for immune-mediated and inflammatory diseases.
Role type
Senior IC/Management Associate Director (Immunobiology Open Innovation)
Builds
External innovation portfolio, target validation packages, and translational strategies for immune-mediated and inflammatory diseases
Domain
Biopharma / Immunology / Drug Discovery
Required skills
Immunology fundamentals, drug discovery strategy, scientific judgment, cross-functional collaboration, people leadership, experimental strategy design, data synthesis, strategic communication
Preferred skills
Biotech/pharma drug discovery experience, external collaboration/partnership experience, multi-modal therapy experience, portfolio strategy experience, external scientific network
Technologies
Flow cytometry, functional genomics, ex vivo/in vivo models, multi-omics, biomarker analysis
Responsibilities
Identify and prioritize novel targets, pathways, and external opportunities; assess scientific merit of external assets and collaborations; support scientific due diligence and competitive analysis; guide experimental and translational strategy; synthesize complex scientific data for decision-making; mentor scientists and build collaborative teams; represent the team externally with academic and industry partners
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities