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Mantell Associates · 15 hours ago

VP of Computational Biology

United States

Full-time

Remote

Director/Executive

15+ years exp

Mantell Associates is partnered with an innovative AI biotech, who is searching for a VP of Computational Biology to join their team. The role involves leading the integration of advanced technologies to enhance genetic medicine discovery and translating scientific advancements into therapeutic applications.

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Hiring Manager

Robin Mantell

Responsibilities

Leads the integration of machine learning, protein design, and gene-editing technologies to advance non-viral delivery systems for CRISPR and other genetic payloads

Drive AI-powered strategies that accelerate the discovery of next-generation genetic medicines, particularly for hard-to-treat tissues and complex diseases

Transform cutting-edge science into real therapeutic impact

Qualification

Computational expertiseProtein engineeringGenome editingMachine learningCRISPR genomicsHigh-throughput screeningPython-based AI frameworksRegulatory knowledgeLeadership experience

Required

Exceptional scientific and technical leader with a rare blend of deep computational expertise, protein engineering, and genome-editing experience

15+ years in biotech or pharma, including senior leadership roles in gene editing, protein engineering, or AI-driven drug discovery

Demonstrated success advancing programs from target discovery through IND-enabling studies, with hands-on experience in non-viral delivery and tissue-specific targeting

Deep expertise within machine learning for protein design and structure prediction

Expert in CRISPR genomics, off-target analysis, and multi-omics integration

Experience with high-throughput screening, molecular dynamics, and delivery modeling

Skilled with Python-based AI frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow)