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HAYA Therapeutics · 15 hours ago

Senior Scientist, Translational Sciences

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

HAYA Therapeutics is revolutionizing RNA-guided genome-targeting therapies to treat chronic diseases associated with aging. The Senior Scientist in Translational Sciences will plan, design, and oversee preclinical studies while managing project timelines and collaborating with internal and external teams.

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Responsibilities

Assist project leads and/or lead planning, design, communication, coordination, and oversight of planned preclinical studies internally or with CROs to support portfolio programs, driving these studies to implementation and completion on a timely basis

Design and review study protocols and reports, including IND-enabling and GLP study-specific documentation

Assist in review of clinical study summary reports and supporting documentation for INDs and NDAs/CTDs, as needed

Assist in the assessment of CROs, including leading and coordinating Request For Quotation processes

Help develop and manage translational budgets and report variances on a timely basis

Establish and manage project timelines and critical path activities using Tiger Light project management software

Contribute to the production of Board of Directors materials, typically quarterly

Help develop, communicate, and implement Company standards and appropriate policies and procedures

Act as primary project contact to external third parties, as assigned

Work with clinical and other internal departments to understand needs, identify and resolve challenges

Establish and nurture positive relations with preclinical vendors and team (internal/external) personnel, including consultants and fractional staff

Manage direct reports, as assigned

Perform other related duties as assigned or directed

Travel may be required up to 20% of the time

Qualification

Translational science managementIND-enabling researchProject managementRNA therapeutics researchLaboratory PracticeBudget managementMS Office proficiencyTeam collaborationEmotional intelligence

Required

Doctor of Philosophy Degree or equivalent in health sciences; Master's degree considered

Previous experience working in a project team environment in industry (biotech or pharma) with demonstrated success in an integral role supporting nomination of a development candidate molecule and conduct of IND-enabling research activities

Minimum three (3) years of experience (5 years preferred) managing translational science activities on an international basis

Working knowledge of Good Laboratory Practice principles and industry standards

Demonstrated experience managing project teams and third-party contractors

The capability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities associated with an early-stage drug development company

Demonstrated ability to thrive in a multicultural environment, with flexibility to collaborate effectively across various time zones and international teams, supported by high emotional intelligence and self-awareness

Tools and concepts of project management (e.g., management of resources, planning and budgeting, risk management, contingency planning, analysis and reporting, and written and verbal communication)

Proficient in the use of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project