KBI Biopharma · 17 hours ago
Study Director/Scientist, Preclinical In Vivo Oncology
USA – NC – Kannapolis
Full-time
Onsite
Senior LevelKBI Biopharma is seeking a Study Director/Scientist in Preclinical In Vivo Oncology who will be responsible for the design, execution, and analysis of in vivo pharmacology studies. This role involves collaboration with research teams and mentoring junior staff to ensure timely delivery of high-quality scientific data.
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Responsibilities
Lead the planning, execution, and oversight of assigned internal and external scientific projects
Design experimental studies, develop and optimize protocols, and ensure timely delivery of study updates, progress reports, and final reports
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients on assigned studies, providing scientific updates and resolving study-related issues
Collaborate cross-functionally with technical and operational teams to ensure smooth execution and delivery of studies
Troubleshoot scientific and operational issues as they arise
Support training of research associates on scientific techniques, including surgical procedures in rodent models
Assist in coordination of general research facility operations
Adhere to company policies, procedures, and compliance requirements
Perform other duties as assigned by leadership
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. or M.D. in a biology-related field with strong knowledge in pharmacology, oncology
Proficient in literature review, experimental design, protocol development, data analysis, and scientific reporting
Skilled in data interpretation and statistical analysis
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present scientific findings effectively
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines
Strong sense of responsibility, ownership, and collaborative mindset
Preferred
Experience directing client studies in a CRO environment
Familiarity with in vivo pharmacology and the drug discovery process; hands-on experience with animal models, surgical techniques, or necropsy is a plus
Prior experience in patient-derived xenograft (PDX) model development is highly desirable
Record of scientific publications or presentations at peer-reviewed journals and scientific conferences is a plus
Company
KBI Biopharma
KBI Biopharma, Inc. (KBI) is a leading development and contract manufacturing organization serving the biopharmaceutical industry. We help
Founded in 1996
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$109.47MKey Investors
JSR
2025-10-01Corporate Round· $99.87M
2016-12-08Series Unknown
2009-09-22Series Unknown· $9.6M
Leadership Team
Peter Carbone
Chief Operating Officer
Sigma Mostafa
Chief Scientific Officer
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