Innovent Biologics · 1 day ago
Antibody and Protein Engineering Platform Head
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expInnovent Biologics is a company focused on advancing antibody and protein engineering. They are seeking a Platform Head to lead antibody discovery processes, guide engineering modifications, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize R&D efforts.
BiopharmaBiotechnologyManufacturing
Hiring Manager
Chao Pan 潘超
Responsibilities
Proficient in the full process of antibody discovery, guiding antibody screening platforms (e.g., hybridoma, single B-cell, display platforms) for antibody selection
Responsible for antibody and protein engineering modifications, including humanization, affinity maturation, de-immunization, stability optimization, Fc engineering, and cytokine modifications
Lead the design and molecular optimization of bispecific and multispecific antibody formats, ensuring expression levels, developability, immunogenicity, and pharmacokinetic properties meet downstream development requirements
Conduct high-throughput expression of antibodies and proteins, along with early-stage developability testing and physicochemical characterization
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., functional biology, pharmacology) to advance project progress
Provide strategic recommendations at internal project reviews and leadership meetings
Track cutting-edge technologies (e.g., AI-assisted antibody discovery, novel antibody development) to continuously optimize and upgrade the R&D platform
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Structural Biology, Genetic Engineering, Bioengineering, Biopharmaceuticals, or related fields
Expertise in antibody development techniques, including hybridoma, phage/yeast display, molecular cloning, protein expression and purification, and affinity maturation, with a focus on antibody engineering
Minimum 10 years of industrial R&D experience in antibody discovery or protein engineering, with a preference for candidates who have successfully led projects to PCC and clinical stages
Experience in managing teams of 30+ members, with strong adaptability and problem-solving skills in high-pressure, fast-changing environments
Proficiency in antibody and protein structural analysis, with hands-on experience in designing and optimizing bispecific and multispecific antibodies
Deep understanding of antibody structure-function relationships, sequence optimization, and expression/purification workflows
Familiarity with antibody developability and immunogenicity assessment, Fc engineering, and half-life extension strategies
Excellent research capabilities, demonstrated by patents or scientific achievements
Proficiency in English as a working language
Strong team management and leadership abilities
Ability to adapt quickly and handle complex tasks under pressure and rapid changes
Preferred
Overseas background, especially experience in multinational pharmaceutical companies
Company
Innovent Biologics
Innovent Biologics is a biopharmaceutical company that develops and manufactures monoclonal antibodies.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.52BKey Investors
TakedaSanofiCapital Group Private Markets
2025-10-21Post Ipo Equity· $100M
2025-06-26Post Ipo Equity· $547.83M
2022-08-04Post Ipo Equity· $308.29M
Leadership Team
Qinwei Zhou
COO
Ronald Ede
Executive Director of the Board
Recent News
South China Morning Post
2026-01-23
2026-01-22
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