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EMD Serono, Inc. · 1 day ago

Director Tumor Immunology & T cell engager Research (on-site Billerica MA)

Billerica, MA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$177K/yr - $266K/yr

8+ years exp

EMD Serono, Inc. is a global leader in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics, dedicated to improving lives through innovative solutions. The Director of Tumor Immunology Research will lead a team of scientists in drug discovery projects, focusing on Tumor Immunology and T cell engagers, while guiding strategic direction and fostering a culture of scientific excellence.

BiotechnologyHealth CareHealth Diagnostics

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Responsibilities

Engage and guide your team in designing and executing impactful in vitro experiments that empower data-informed project decisions and provide data packages supporting global regulatory filings

Effectively lead drug discovery teams, based on strong cross-functional partnerships across research

Drive the proposal and assessment of novel targets and initiate new projects

Act as the research lead for development projects, enabling transition from discovery to clinical development and providing preclinical support through development stages

Inspire and develop scientists within your team, fostering a culture of scientific excellence and continuous learning

Contribute to the preparation of regulatory submissions, scientific publications, and presentations

Evaluate external assets, conduct due diligences

Lead or contribute to scientific collaborations

Qualification

Tumor ImmunologyT cell engagersDrug discoveryTranslational researchVitro assaysAnalytical skillsLeadership experienceCommunication skills

Required

You have an extensive background in NBE modalities, in particular working experience with T cell engagers

You have deep expertise in tumor immunology drug discovery, translational research, and preparing documentation for regulatory health authorities. You have a proven history of advancing assets from target concept to IND application

You possess more than 5 years of leadership experience, demonstrating a successful track record in mentoring and team development

You hold a PhD or another advanced degree in Immunology, Oncology, Cancer Biology, or a related field, with over 8 years of industry experience

Preferred

You are proficient in designing, executing, and interpreting in vitro assays for drug discovery, with strong knowledge in tumor models and pharmacology experiments

You exhibit sharp analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to integrate information from various sources to make sound, data-informed decisions

You are a clear communicator and collaborator, with a proven ability to lead cross-functional matrix teams